Notes from the Underground #10: Defend the moral high ground
Yes, we are up against sleazy scum-sucking parasites
And it can be enjoyable to preach that message to the choir
But much of the choir will show up to sing whether or not we preach that message
The question is how to preach on the highways and by-ways
The answer is: one should speak simply and accurately about something that matters
Most people can tell right from wrong
Don't waste too much time with those who really can't tell the difference or who really don't care
We aren't trying to bring in everybody
Pick things that matter to you for moral reasons
In arguments, you want to win based on the facts
Make sure that the basic facts can be explained simply and accurately in only a few words
If that's not possible, you won't get anywhere
If you have to explain to most people why there's a moral issue here, you won't get anywhere
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