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Fallacy 1
Fallacy 1
My opponent suggests that lowering taxes will be a good idea -- this is coming from a woman who eats a pint of Ben and Jerry’s each night!
Ad hominem Abusive
"You can't trust that article; it's from a blog."
Genetic
Define philosopher and name one philosopher we have discussed in this class.
Lover of wisdom, seeker of Truth
Socrates, Plato, Aristotle
What is the first question you should always ask?
What is the issue at hand?
Ad Fontem
To the source
The only reason that churches ask their congregation to tithe is because they want more money.
Ad hominem Circumstantial
"Agree with me, or I won't be your friend anymore!"
Appeal to Fear
Define logic.
The art and science of reasoning.
Why should one study informal logic (this class)?
Promotes awareness of the ways in which arguments are used in ordinary, everyday language, and imparts an ability to detect many common fallacies employed in arguments that use everyday language.
Bonus if you say Mrs. Lisa is teaching it!
Ad Hominem
To the man
"Your advice about quitting smoking doesn't mean anything. You used to be a smoker!"
Tu Quoque
"You don't own a common herd of Beef or Dairy cattle, so why consider planting a common ryegrass pasture? Your cattle investment is best protected by planting Southern Star."
Snob Appeal
Define argument.
To provide rational reasons for or against an idea or actions with intent to persuade.
What are some things you, as a logician, should do during an argument?
have an internal dialogue, ask good questions, be an active listener.
Argumentum ad Baculum
Argument to the stick
"If you don't shop now, we may go out of business!"
Appeal to Pity
"I’m following this new diet, because my favorite movie star said that it’s safer and more effective than conventional diets."
Appeal to Illegitimate Authority (The Celebrity Expert)
Define demagogue.
Someone who resorts to sneaky and manipulative tricks to persuade others.
How can you "fight fair" in an argument?
Provide evidence, keep emotion out of it, seek truth, be respectful.
Ad Misericordiam
To pity or misery
“Join the Pepsi Generation”
Mob Appeal
"I cannot believe you are still using that outdated iPhone. The new iPhone is so much better. You should get the new one!"
Chronological Snobbery (Appeal to Novelty)
Define etymology.
The origin of a word.
"Perhaps the principal objection to a quarrel is that it interrupts an argument." -G.K. Chesterton
What does this quote mean? What does Chesterton think of arguing?
Quarrels and arguments are different things and arguments are valuable and useful.
Petitio Principii
Petitioning the principle.