> By the same token, the ability to dismiss an argument with a “that sounds nuts,” without needing recourse to a point-by-point rebuttal, is anathema to the rationalist project. But it’s a pretty important skill to have if you want to avoid joining cults.
From the article on which we are commenting.
I agree that it is not coincidental that such people are over-represented both in Rationalist spaces, and in the groups under discussion.
> By the same token, the ability to dismiss an argument with a “that sounds nuts,” without needing recourse to a point-by-point rebuttal, is anathema to the rationalist project. But it’s a pretty important skill to have if you want to avoid joining cults.
From the article on which we are commenting.
I agree that it is not coincidental that such people are over-represented both in Rationalist spaces, and in the groups under discussion.