As I see it, what divides people in acrimonious debates is not what they're debating about. What divides them is their divisiveness. In that case it might be worse than futile to try to resolve the conflicts by reasoning with the people involved. Appealing to them to change their attitudes and behavior towards each other might be just as futile.
One way I see to try to improve the situation is by developing friendships with individuals, and participating in any beneficial discussions that might come up.
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This is why I no longer participate in religious debates. There is just too much ignorance going around without the foundation of care and respect, and the result is usually a bitter mess.
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