ParaSait Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 Hi! I would like to present to you my refutation of anarchism. I think I have a very sound and strong argument here, so please don't ignore it and tell me what you think. As always, let's start with the definitions. Anarchism is the view that society is better off without rulers. My argument is very simple. Without rulers, how are we going to measure things? I think you people completely dismiss the importance of that. So much important aspects of our society, including but not limited to mathematics, architecture, and even male bragging rights are completely dependent on the ability to accurately measure things! If we can't have rulers, then what are we going to use? Are we going to estimate the length of things simply on our whim? How do you think this is going to happen without inaccuracies (or in the case of male bragging rights: optimistic bias), without the objective measurements that a ruler can provide to us? I think it's absolutely ridiculous... however, any counterarguments are appreciated! Thanks. 12 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seansoup Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 I laughed, hard. Thanks for posting this. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wuzzums Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EricBaker.Linux Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 :D 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MysterionMuffles Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 was this supposed to be satire or are you serious? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanT Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 Haha class, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GOLDENICE Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 Well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slavik Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 Hi! I would like to present to you my refutation of anarchism. I think I have a very sound and strong argument here, so please don't ignore it and tell me what you think. As always, let's start with the definitions. Anarchism is the view that society is better off without rulers. My argument is very simple. Without rulers, how are we going to measure things? I think you people completely dismiss the importance of that. So much important aspects of our society, including but not limited to mathematics, architecture, and even male bragging rights are completely dependent on the ability to accurately measure things! If we can't have rulers, then what are we going to use? Are we going to estimate the length of things simply on our whim? How do you think this is going to happen without inaccuracies (or in the case of male bragging rights: optimistic bias), without the objective measurements that a ruler can provide to us? I think it's absolutely ridiculous... however, any counterarguments are appreciated! Thanks. Yeah I agree with you completely, well we cant expect rationality from those Arachno-capitalists who study Australian economics, yep, no measuring devices at all Hey good job on the post mate, I laughed my butt off Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan C. Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 Indeed, when I order a large pizza, how will I know that it's really a large? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EricBaker.Linux Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 was this supposed to be satire or are you serious? This is a play on the word "rulers" he is talking about the measuring device instead of the people who tell us what to do xD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatrickC Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 Can't believe I missed this post, very funny.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MysterionMuffles Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 hahaha oh I get it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prolix Posted July 10, 2014 Share Posted July 10, 2014 No rulers allowed, only measuring sticks and tape measures are allowed in anarchy... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_LiveFree_ Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 Wait, does that mean Sister Mary Latrine will have to smack me with her charming wit? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dylan Lawrence Moore Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 The free market will supply tape measures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wuzzums Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dtuur Posted July 11, 2014 Share Posted July 11, 2014 Right up there with DarwinsHamster's refutation of Arachno-Capitalism 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaVinci Posted July 19, 2014 Share Posted July 19, 2014 I lol'ed at arachno capitalism. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonas-e Posted July 21, 2014 Share Posted July 21, 2014 Sorry mate, but you base your conclusion on the assumption that one can only measure length with rulers - i.e. you consider existing technology but fail to consider possible new technologies. Rulers - as any other piece of technology - may be rendered redundant by a new technology. We already have laser based devices that can measure an object's dimensions without the use of a ruler. Now, can you imagine a world without lasers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DenPratt Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 Sorry mate, but you base your conclusion on the assumption that one can only measure length with rulers - i.e. you consider existing technology but fail to consider possible new technologies. Rulers - as any other piece of technology - may be rendered redundant by a new technology. We already have laser based devices that can measure an object's dimensions without the use of a ruler. Now, can you imagine a world without lasers? But aren't you then arguing for laser-faire? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_LiveFree_ Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 But aren't you then arguing for laser-faire? *knee slap!* lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ahren Posted August 30, 2014 Share Posted August 30, 2014 Hi! I would like to present to you my refutation of anarchism. I think I have a very sound and strong argument here, so please don't ignore it and tell me what you think.As always, let's start with the definitions. Anarchism is the view that society is better off without rulers.My argument is very simple. Without rulers, how are we going to measure things? I think you people completely dismiss the importance of that. So much important aspects of our society, including but not limited to mathematics, architecture, and even male bragging rights are completely dependent on the ability to accurately measure things!If we can't have rulers, then what are we going to use? Are we going to estimate the length of things simply on our whim? How do you think this is going to happen without inaccuracies (or in the case of male bragging rights: optimistic bias), without the objective measurements that a ruler can provide to us?I think it's absolutely ridiculous... however, any counterarguments are appreciated!Thanks.I just lick my finger and stick it in the air. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WasatchMan Posted August 31, 2014 Share Posted August 31, 2014 Can we at least agree to get rid of imperial rulers? (pun intended ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connor Posted August 31, 2014 Share Posted August 31, 2014 I was angry for a good 15 seconds. Well played. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Green Posted August 31, 2014 Share Posted August 31, 2014 Only the world outside of drafting refers to rules as rulers. We of course need a world with rules. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
insurr3ct1on Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 this thread = awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueechoFeecho Posted September 26, 2014 Share Posted September 26, 2014 I'm not going to dismiss the thread starter's concerns as an attempt at humor. That is very non-empathetic, it's neglectful, corrupt, and quite abusive. OP - I see that you stumbled into what many are interpreting as a series of puns built around the very serious and important topic of anarchy. I even printed out your post, read it until I memorized it, and then looked in the mirror while reciting it as though it was my own so that I could know what it was like to be in you. And yes, you will be receiving a package in the mail shortly as I vow to return your shoes. Sorry but they have an extra mile of wear on them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh F Posted September 26, 2014 Share Posted September 26, 2014 he's right though, without rulers, what will measure the roads? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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