Posting a link?

Question

I have noticed that a lot of people ask this. But if you think about it does no good or shows any proof of what you are saying. Most will call the link biased, distoted or read it differently than than what someone else has. In most cases you can find a link that shows just the opposite of someone else's link. Finally there is the human factor, no matter what you post people are set in their beliefs and you cannot change their mind or convince them otherwise.
Your thoughts?

Answer 1

You're quite correct. I'm here to have fun and enjoy rants and diatribes. If you take this serious, you're going to have serious problems. It's a place to vent and express your positions. All links are biased. This politics category along with religion and spirituality are arguably the two most controversial ones on Y/A

Answer 2

It depends on what the link is to. If you are basing an argument on some poor guys blog, then no, it does not give much support to you position. If, on the other hand, you link to a respected and reputable source, then it shows that you have a solid foundation for your position. Some people will not be swayed by even the most impressive of evidence - that will always be the case. They would rather base their opinions on fear and rhetoric than on evidence and logic.

Answer 3

you are correct but posting a link shows the person has researched facts to supporting their opinion and in the process must read some opposing views and, if open minded, must consider some of the merits of it's credibility.

i try to read the links and compare them. but in the end, most peoples minds are already made up and won't be swayed.

Answer 4

thanks...but

Do's..(community rules)

4. Cite your sources. We encourage members to use online resources in answering questions. Just be sure to cite your sources and give credit where it is due

opinion is okay and should be respected

but stating that a relative action occurred requires proof...

Answer 5

I think that posting a link shows that you have a basis for your opinion. But you are totally right - anyone can find a link saying just about anything and dueling links will get us nowhere. ;-)

Answer 6

True. But a link from a prominent, respected site does give your arguments a bit more credibility.

Answer 7

I post mainstream links and it is obvious Zionists never care to read it. They just post a hateful stupid answer.

Answer 8

You are correct. And besides, how many objective sources are there on the Internet (or elsewhere), anyway?

Answer 9

I am always willing to change my mind if the evidence presented is valid and unbiased.

Answer 10

Depends on your link and what it has to say.