[governance] Constructive online discussions (was Re: Formal public warning...)

[Norbert Bollow]

David Allen <David_Allen_AB63 at post.harvard.edu> wrote:

> [ returning to - On Apr 8, 2013, at 2:31 AM: ]
> > ... people questioning others' integrity and intentions ...
> 
> Often of course there is a complicated mix of causal factors.
> 
> Top of the list, however:  Ad hominem attacks chill other,
> reasonable exchange.  That is, argumentation discussing the opposing
> person pejoratively.  Rather than, discussing just ideas and
> evidence, and strictly only that.

[..]

> The elimination of ad hominem behavior has to be a first step, if  
> history is any guide.  Before there is any other prospect.

Good analysis, thanks!

Greetings,
Norbert

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