The Indefensible ‘If True’
– RHETORIC REFEREE – The words ‘If True’ make the difference between real and fake news, especially in an echo chamber.
Mastering the debate game
– RHETORIC REFEREE – Donald Trump knows how to play the game to win. Now you can, too! Follow along see if you can spot these debate tricks and traps.
Poking the Bear
– RHETORIC REFEREE – The real question isn’t whether “the China virus” is racist language. It’s whether it is being used to chide China and the media.
The Great American Elimination Reality Show
– ESSAY – Gaffes and blunders, successes and failures, new heroes and villains every week — does any of this sound familiar?
Overtime
– DEBATE TRICKS – It’s a simple rule and violators are easy to spot. There’s a time limit on responses, both to the moderator’s questions and to challenges from opponents.