Debate is the death of conversation.

Debate is the death of conversation.

A knock-down argument; 'tis but a word and a blow.

A knock-down argument; 'tis but a word and a blow.

The best way I know of to win an argument is to start by being in the right.

The best way I know of to win an argument is to start by being in the right.

Lower your voice and strengthen your argument.

Lower your voice and strengthen your argument.

The daughter of debate
That still discord doth sow.

The daughter of debate
That still discord doth sow.

I've heard old cunning stagers
Say, fools for arguments use wagers.

I've heard old cunning stagers
Say, fools for arguments use wagers.

Much might be said on both sides.

Much might be said on both sides.

When you have no basis for an argument, abuse the plaintiff.

When you have no basis for an argument, abuse the plaintiff.

I have found you an argument; but I am not obliged to find you an
understanding.

I have found you an argument; but I am not obliged to find you an
understanding.