Absolute Wuss

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In a scholarly and formal debate, directing people to a book is not unheard of and is considered proper and formal. In fact, most of the time the publications are purchased and read before the debate which then become part of the discussion during the debate. It is not in anyway unreasonable to direct someone to third-party sources. Unless you make an absolute statement, a third-party source or some other form of assumed evidence is required. Journalists list their sources all the time, even going so far as to provide a page number.

It is unfortunate that the so-called debate that has been going on in this topic has been constantly leaning towards informality, coupled with unreasonable reasoning, sarcasm and foul language. However, i also realize those choosing to engage the debate may have never considered sticking to formality. I would take the side of Cranky Old Man as far as the way he has presented proper statements within the debate. Unfortunately, sarcasm is a beast that is difficult to tame, but i also realize that it sometimes can help relieve the person of some stress, or head-to-desk injury.

If those choosing to not go out of their way for the very evidence they so requested, then they should simply stop attempting to make a discussion beyond from what they've already made. As far as i can see, constantly requesting for evidence--especially with the assumption that the sources already provided are merely (potential) sensationalist [material]--is all that i'd expect to occur for the remainder of the "debate."