When one examines the much referred to “rules for radicals," it is revealed that these “rules” are nothing more than a rude departure from intellectual debate.  These rules do not speak of making cogent points or salient arguments.  They do not encourage fact gathering and how to apply logic with the delivery of those facts.  They do not discuss intelligent engagement.  What these “rules” do is promote the departure from civil discourse.  We have witnessed the “make it personal” and the shouting down of opposing view points in public forums.  In a nutshell, the “rules” for radicals is “do what ever it takes." This of course includes intentionally misleading.  (You can keep your doctor, etc., Period.) The “rules for radicals” is a guide which leads the follower backwards and down the ladder of decency.  They promote a return to exactly that from which...(Read Full Post)