@taylan @quasi @mittimithai @xgranade @mjg59 @alcinnz @http_error_418 @lukeshu @dalias there's a logically unsound conclusion being drawn here: that criticizing a poor line of argumentation, that stoops an ally down to the level of an opponent, somehow implies support for the opponent. it's not, that's just nonsense. strenghtening the ally's arguments by pointing out weakenesses in it is by no means a detriment to the cause.

indeed, my personal policy, that I strive to keep, is to avoid participating in a discussion in a moderation role if I'm partial to either side, but if I do participate anyway, then I must moderate the one whose side I espouse.

I've come to this policy after observing that it's very common for people to mix up roles of moderation and debating, which leads to power abuse that I don't wish to partake on.