It probably would be best if we turned down the snark levels just a little bit in here.
I perfectly understand and sympathize with those of you who are frustrated with Matt. I don't blame you in the slightest for feeling the urge to show your scorn.
But the fact is that it's counterproductive to a calm, rational discussion. I realize that it might seem to you like Matt's asking for it, but I would ask that you restrain yourselves at least a little.
Matt's not an idiot. In fact, he's probably the most rational believer in ancient aliens that I've yet talked to. Okay, you might fairly point out that this isn't a high standard... but he's the only one I've talked to yet who seems willing to actually revise his beliefs and stop using certain arguments.
Even if it's an uphill struggle, I'd like to pursue that. I think it would help the discussion a lot if we could limit the amount of scorn and snark in here.
I perfectly understand and sympathize with those of you who are frustrated with Matt. I don't blame you in the slightest for feeling the urge to show your scorn.
But the fact is that it's counterproductive to a calm, rational discussion. I realize that it might seem to you like Matt's asking for it, but I would ask that you restrain yourselves at least a little.
Matt's not an idiot. In fact, he's probably the most rational believer in ancient aliens that I've yet talked to. Okay, you might fairly point out that this isn't a high standard... but he's the only one I've talked to yet who seems willing to actually revise his beliefs and stop using certain arguments.
Even if it's an uphill struggle, I'd like to pursue that. I think it would help the discussion a lot if we could limit the amount of scorn and snark in here.