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What fallacy is this?I am trying to point out that putting kids on sex offender registries is a bad idea, and this guy says
Except, I am pointing out that treating kids as adults when it comes to sex is a bad idea. This isn't me defending them having sex! |
asked on Sunday, Aug 11, 2024 07:02:04 PM by 87blue | |
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That's a straightforward strawman fallacy on the other guy's part. You weren't advocating for kids having sex. By the way, discussing the morals behind sex offending is very difficult, especially on the internet, and particularly when it concerns children. It brings out extremely strong, defensive emotions. People become combative quickly, and you'll often be accused of "enabling paedophilia" (or something similar) if you advocate for things like reforming offender registries. You'll have to decide if it's worth labouring the point or just cutting your losses. |
answered on Monday, Aug 12, 2024 08:10:20 AM by TrappedPrior (RotE) | |
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