> Daniel Dennett’s Four Rules for Criticism (from *Intuition Pumps and Other Tools for Thinking*)
1. You should attempt to re-express your target’s position so clearly, vividly, and fairly that they say, “Thanks, I wish I’d thought of putting it that way.” 1. List any points of agreement (especially if they are not matters of general or widespread agreement). 1. Mention anything you have learned from your target. 1. Only then are you permitted to say so much as a word of rebuttal or criticism.