Most of our so-called reasoning consists in finding arguments for going on believing as we already do.

Most of our so-called reasoning consists in finding arguments for going on believing as we already do.

The legions of reason have done very well in scientific arguments. But this isn't where the battle is being fought.

Dependency arguments often come from elites -- either aid agencies or governments -- and say something about attitudes to poor people,

If you can't win by reason, go for volume.

If you wish others to believe in you, you must first convince them that you believe in them