Having an argument on the internet is like running into a wall. It is a waste of time and generally ends in a headache.
Why is an argument on the internet ineffective?
Arguing on the internet is mostly ineffective, often destructive, and dangerous. No matter who you are, it’s very likely that you may have spent some time arguing with someone online. It often leaves you with a bitter taste in your mouth and you just can’t believe that the person is simply incapable of accepting the truth. Author David McRaney, in his post on the subject, people tend to believe in something even more if that belief is challenged.
Bogus arguments and inaccurate facts are unavoidable parts of social media. Even so, no matter how wrong someone is, or how much counter-proof you provide, an argument on the internet rarely changes someone’s mind. British philosopher John Stuart, more than 150 years ago, explained why certain arguments just don’t go anywhere.