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Use evidence to support your claims from "summary" of Win Every Argument by Mehdi Hasan
To win arguments, you must arm yourself with evidence. Your claims cannot stand on their own; they need support. Evidence is your weapon, your shield, your armor. It is what gives your arguments weight and credibility. Without evidence, your claims are just empty words, floating in the air with no foundation to stand on. When making a claim, you must back it up with solid evidence. This evidence can come in many forms - statistics, studies, expert opinions, historical examples, personal experiences. Each piece of evidence strengthens your argument, making it harder for your opponent to refute. Evidence serves as a bridge between your claim and your audience. It provides a logical link, showing why your claim is valid and believable. It convinces your audience that you have done your homework, that you have thought throug...
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