Justification by mass statement

from What is logical thinking? discertation seems to justify it by quoting classic instead of "what I think," but in our day and age, we might be able to pick a conflict headline or a quote from a "popular statement."

That is a very interesting perspective. Whereas discertations cite the classics for legitimacy, the possibility of utilizing "popular utterances" as a source of quotations in our time may open up new forms of thinking and discussion. We organize this perspective as follows:

1. significance of classical quotations (traditional discertations)
   • Use of Authority
     • Citing classics is a means of increasing the legitimacy of a claim on the basis that its author and ideas have long been recognized.
     • Especially in philosophy and literature, utilizing the authority of the classics adds depth and weight to the discussion.
   • Approaches to Universality
     • The classics are considered to have universal values and insights that transcend specific eras and cultures, and the discussion is based on them.
   • Educational Background
     • In French philosophical education, students are trained to read the classics and cite their contents to formulate arguments.
2. the contemporary shift to "public speaking
   • Reflecting Diversity
     • By quoting from contemporary "popular statements" rather than the classics, we can incorporate more diverse perspectives.
     • E.g., a wide range of opinions from social networking sites, online forums, and survey data.
   • Emphasis on empathy
     • While the classics are often technical and esoteric, popular statements are everyday, accessible, and likely to have broad resonance.
     • E.g., the quote "many people think this way" gives the reader a sense of realism.
   • Data-driven justification
     • Collect and analyze data on what the masses are saying and use it as the basis for discussion.
     • E.g., platforms like Polis to identify and cite the distribution of opinions and key viewpoints.

... Redefining Authority

• Position the voice of the masses as "democratic authority" rather than "authority" based on the classics. ...

4. practical examples

• A modern version of discertation
  • Positive (Thesis): Quotes the opinion of the masses, obtained from social networking sites and forums, and initiates discussion.
  • Anti (antithesis): citing opposing views found on the same platform.
  • Giving a new point of view by integrating these opinions.

5. contemporary values and challenges

• It breaks through the rigidity of the "classic citation format" to enable modern and dynamic discussions.
• It is particularly suited for application in multicultural settings and new problem areas.

issue

• The challenge is how to ensure the quality of the discussion, as statements from the masses may lack consistency and depth.
• It is also necessary to devise ways to eliminate the effects of filter bubbles and echo chambers.

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