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Eliezer Yudkowsky Nonperson predicates online While interest in transhumanist theories tends to evoke a diverse range of reactions, notably the outright rejection of these notions, the author suggests that the reasoning behind these rejections may not always be easily discernible and straightforward. It is argued that the basis for rejection may not be the explicit reasons given, such as the lack of a Ph. D., but rather, deeper, underlying factors, which are often difficult to articulate. This can make it challenging to productively address and resolve disagreements, leading to potential misunderstandings and communication difficulties. – AI-generated abstract.

Nonperson predicates

Eliezer Yudkowsky

LessWrong, December 27, 2008

Abstract

While interest in transhumanist theories tends to evoke a diverse range of reactions, notably the outright rejection of these notions, the author suggests that the reasoning behind these rejections may not always be easily discernible and straightforward. It is argued that the basis for rejection may not be the explicit reasons given, such as the lack of a Ph. D., but rather, deeper, underlying factors, which are often difficult to articulate. This can make it challenging to productively address and resolve disagreements, leading to potential misunderstandings and communication difficulties. – AI-generated abstract.

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