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    Carmelics

    A reasoning platform. Break down any belief into clear reasons, explore both sides, and weigh the evidence honestly.

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    How Carmelics Works

    We map the reasons behind every idea -- so you can see both sides clearly

    Step 1

    Start with an idea

    Any statement that people can agree or disagree with.

    Step 2

    Add reasons

    Why is it true? Why might it be wrong? Every reason gets listed.

    Step 3

    See the big picture

    Rate each reason yourself. The overall strength shows how well the idea holds up.

    Live Example

    Statement

    “Free will is an illusion”

    Reasons For

    “Brain scans show decisions happen before we're aware of them”

    Fact3 reasons

    “Our choices are shaped entirely by genetics and environment”

    Claim5 reasons
    Reasons Against

    “We experience making deliberate choices every day”

    Claim2 reasons

    “Moral responsibility requires the ability to choose”

    Claim4 reasons

    Overall Strength

    How well-supported is this idea?

    62%
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    Quick Guide

    Statements are ideas people can debate. Each one gets its own page.
    Reasons For explain why the statement might be true.
    Reasons Against explain why the statement might be wrong.
    It's recursive -- every reason is itself a statement that can be debated further.

    Ready to explore?

    Browse topics, read arguments from both sides, and share your own reasoning.

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