Welcome to OpenLogic.club
The internet is full of confident arguments.
Some of them even make sense.
Most do not.
OpenLogic.club exists to document, explain, and occasionally stare in quiet disbelief at the patterns of reasoning that sound persuasive while quietly falling apart under inspection. These patterns are called logical fallacies, and once you start noticing them, you will see them everywhere.
Logical Fallacies: A Field Guide to Bad Reasoning
Logical fallacies are not rare mistakes made by foolish people.
They are common errors made by normal humans, especially when emotions run high, identities feel threatened, or someone really wants to be right on the internet.
Here you’ll find:
- Clear explanations of formal and informal fallacies
- Simple examples drawn from everyday arguments
- Gentle corrections that focus on reasoning, not dunking
No shouting. No debate-lording. Just logic, calmly applied.
The Gallery of Idiotic Comments
(A living exhibit)
In addition to fallacies in the abstract, OpenLogic maintains a gallery of real-world comments that perfectly illustrate how bad reasoning works in its natural habitat.
These are not curated to embarrass individuals.
Names are removed. Context is preserved.
What’s on display is the reasoning — not the person.
Each entry is added one at a time, because bad arguments deserve careful documentation.
Expect:
- Confident claims supported by absolutely nothing
- Arguments that collapse mid-sentence
- Deep misunderstandings delivered with heroic certainty
- Fallacies stacked like pancakes
Think of it less as mockery and more as anthropology.
Words Worth Remembering
Not all skepticism is reactive. Some of it is thoughtful, patient, and quietly profound.
OpenLogic also features a growing collection of meaningful quotes from skeptics — both famous and unknown — who have articulated the value of reason, evidence, and intellectual humility with clarity and care.
You’ll find:
- Well-known voices who helped shape modern skepticism
- Lesser-known thinkers whose insights deserve attention
- Anonymous or everyday observations that capture a moment of clarity
This section exists as a reminder that skepticism isn’t just about criticism — it’s also about understanding, curiosity, and respect for reality.
Why This Exists
Because:
- Confidence is not evidence
- Repetition does not make something true
- Popularity is not proof
- And the universe does not grade on belief
OpenLogic is not about winning arguments.
It’s about learning to recognize when reasoning fails — especially when it fails comfortably.
Start Anywhere
You can:
- Browse the Logical Fallacies index
- Explore Formal and Informal fallacies
- Wander through the Gallery
- Or pause with a few Words Worth Remembering
No prior knowledge required.
Skepticism encouraged.
Snacks optional.