| Fallacy | Genetic Fallacy |
|---|---|
| Definition and Examples | This fallacy is when you disclaim someone’s argument based solely on some aspect of their background or the motivation of the claim. Example: “Of course Joe’s arguing that unions are good for the world, he’s the head of the Local 147 Chapter!” Problem: Whether or not Joe is the head of his local union chapter has nothing to do with whether unions are good or bad. It certainly may influence his argument, but it doesn’t invalidate his argument. You must approach the merits of the argument rather than the merits of Joe to figure out whether it’s true or not. |
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