Iran, Ukraine, And Logical Fallacies
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When we talk about politics, can we hold space for nuances and not jump into accusing people of something they don't mean? Can we recognise when someone is using a claim that is simply illogical? This is hugely important -- and not only when we talk about politics. If our aim is to understand what other people are saying and only then see if we agree or disagree with them, then this is crucial. In my episode, I talk about all this using examples from debates and discourses about Iran and Ukraine. I also mention types of political change that I promise to link to, so...it's here! https://wp.me/pc6sQr-eO  
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