Re:Pseudo-Principality: Reclaiming "Whataboutism" as a Test
by QualiaAdvocate on Wednesday April 02, 2025 @09:40PM
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This piece explores the concept of "pseudo-principality"—when people selectively apply moral principles to serve their interests while maintaining the appearance of consistency. It argues that what’s often dismissed as "whataboutism" can actually be a valuable tool for exposing this behavior.
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Re:Pseudo-Principality: Reclaiming "Whataboutism" as a Test
by theGeatZhopa on Wednesday April 02, 2025 @09:57PM
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I hate that dismissal "its whataboutism" in a discussion - but use it myself, too. I guess, I've just read a peace of self-exposure and can see what the author wants to express through self reflexion. Nice!
Bookmarking it for future.