That's a valid argument. I just don't think it's valid enough. :-)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Wall says an argument may be valid but not sufficiently convincing for him.
- In plain terms
- The argument is valid, yet not convincing enough.
- What can you take from it?
- Validity alone may not persuade.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes an argument compelling beyond validity?
- How to balance logic and appeal?
Another view
Subjective judgment limits universal applicability.
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