(nods) I’m a great believer in it. Especially in cases where a disagreement has picked up momentum, and recognizable factions have started forming… for example, if people start suggesting that those who side with the other team should leave the group. My confidence in my ability to evaluate an argument honestly goes up when I genuinely don’t know what team that argument is playing for.
Sometimes that isn’t a bad state to be in. Not having an agenda to serve frees up the mind somewhat! :)
(nods) I’m a great believer in it. Especially in cases where a disagreement has picked up momentum, and recognizable factions have started forming… for example, if people start suggesting that those who side with the other team should leave the group. My confidence in my ability to evaluate an argument honestly goes up when I genuinely don’t know what team that argument is playing for.