Having previously published opinions can bias one towards evidence that supports those conclusions
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If it is true that...
Attacking a project as a "toy" indicates a lack of substantial criticism 1 0 2and
Producing is less likely to be a waste of time than consuming 1 0 2Then it must be true that...
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