Posted by
Cal on Wednesday, January 31, 2007 9:01:11 AM
One of the reasons I started Coulter Nation was a thirst for debate. I believe that honest, principled, passionate discussion is essential to the pursuit of the truth and the future of America (I know some will wonder why, then, I named a blog after Ann Coulter; it’s because she saves her ire largely for the political "big boys" who've got it coming). So it’s especially troubling to me when honest debate breaks down.
I have always committed myself to addressing opposing views with reason & respect when they’re presented in good faith. However, when opponents choose to pollute the debate with dishonest, demeaning or otherwise-unethical conduct, they will find that I have little patience for them.
During a recent debate, one commenter (who has a history of intolerance towards those with whom he disagrees) made the choice to lie about my words, twisting them into an admission of ignorance on my part that I obviously never made (usually not a smart move to tell a lie that can be disproved simply by scrolling up). When confronted, he refused to acknowledge his deception; instead, he declared victory & claimed the incident proved his intellectual superiority!
I mention this because I’m sure most bloggers have encountered similar situations at one point or another, so I’d like to offer Coulter Nation’s policy on the matter. When individuals choose to sink the debate beyond the point of decency, their further comments will not be dignified with a response. Tempting though it may be to fight back, such people will not listen to reason, so further responses will only be wastes of valuable time.
Thanks for reading, and have a great, blessed day.