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Do I need a good argument for you to respect my opinion? (lemm.ee)

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[–] [email protected] -4 points 6 months ago (1 children)

So, yes, unless.

Does the plain fact that somebody said it carry any weight?

[–] [email protected] 4 points 6 months ago

If you're a vetted expert in the field in question. Yes, I'll give your opinion weight. I e. The millions of scientists and doctors talking about vaccines.

If you're a chad who watched a YouTube video, no I'll dismiss you as the idiot you are.