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I'm not sure that I understand the point you're trying to make.

I don't have to make a point, I just have to cut down your argument with some evidence you agree with.

This is how you con programmers into writing programs for you. I have watched it happen half a dozen times now.

No, I'm not saying you have to make a point but you have to at least make sense. What you said meant nothing to me, so I was asking for clarification, but you're obvious not looking for communication here.

That's correct, I am not looking for communication. I am simply frustrating your ability to make a valid argument. Inevitably I can use this tactic to persuade you to do something for me.

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