2007-10-01 08:42:54 · 4 answers · asked by Chichiri 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Only if your opponent's evidence is pertinent to the issue you are debating. If you are the antagonist then you can use any evidence to make your opponent's issue turn to your side. If you are the protagonist then you must present only your evidence to turn the issue to your advantage. It's like a chess game. The positive and negative sides of the issue are your "men" which you must maneuver carefully to topple your opponents king while protecting your own. It would be a good idea for you to outline the pros and cons of the issue before you even start the debate.
2007-10-01 12:19:49 · answer #1 · answered by Emissary 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure you can! You have every right to attack the veracity of evidence or the credibility of witnesses, and if your opponent is unwise enough to present evidence that actually supports your side of the argument, you can use it -- goes back to the whole idea of your opponent "opening the door."
2007-10-01 15:48:45 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
This is why a lot of evidence never sees the light of day. People don't want it turned against them.
2007-10-01 15:53:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course. If he presents it and it actually goes against his argument, that's his fault for being stupid.
2007-10-01 15:46:40 · answer #4 · answered by Michael C 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋