“Note that the author didn’t say “if we think claim X is true, what should we do, but please let’s stay focused and not argue about claim X here” but instead “I think claim X is true—given that, what should we do?”″
I think this is just pedantic—if the writer knew the “in group” way of asking you to stay on topic, you would respect their wishes, but because they’re new you refuse. I don’t think it’s welcoming or kind at all.
“Note that the author didn’t say “if we think claim X is true, what should we do, but please let’s stay focused and not argue about claim X here” but instead “I think claim X is true—given that, what should we do?”″
I think this is just pedantic—if the writer knew the “in group” way of asking you to stay on topic, you would respect their wishes, but because they’re new you refuse. I don’t think it’s welcoming or kind at all.