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On 2016-05-31 20:36, Adrian Tymes wrote:<br>
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<p dir="ltr">On May 28, 2016 1:31 AM, "Anders Sandberg" <<a
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wrote:<br>
> if it is not possible to have a debate about whether they
should be changed, then society is not open. </p>
<p dir="ltr">Does this include where the opponents of change
simply refuse to engage in honest debate, making up facts to
support their position? That is something that said opponents
can not usually be forced to change or concede.</p>
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Sometimes. But if the proponents of change have a compelling
narrative that can attract people, then the lack of honest debate
from one side can become counterproductive for them in the end. <br>
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Dr Anders Sandberg
Future of Humanity Institute
Oxford Martin School
Oxford University</pre>
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