The Art of Manliness
How to Make a Good Argument
Jun 29, 2022
In this engaging discussion, Bo Seo, a two-time world champion debater and author of "Good Arguments," shares his insights on effective arguing. He highlights the historical significance of debate and why it's a lost art in education. Bo explains the three types of disagreements—facts, judgments, and prescriptions—and emphasizes the importance of identifying what’s at stake in any argument. He also introduces his three P's for persuasive rhetoric, offering listeners practical strategies to enhance their debate skills and foster constructive dialogue.
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- The decline of rhetoric in education has resulted in a loss of shared skills in making and discerning arguments, leading to a degradation of public conversation.
- A strong argument needs to establish the truth of the main claim and demonstrate its importance, while tailoring it to the audience's interests and values to enhance its impact and make it more relatable.
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The Importance of Debating and Rhetoric in Education
Debating and rhetoric were once integral parts of education, as they taught valuable skills of self-governance and communication. This tradition has roots in ancient Greek and Eastern cultures, and it was prevalent in many parliamentary democracies. However, the decline of rhetoric in education has led to a loss of shared skills in making and discerning arguments, resulting in a degradation of public conversation.
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