Debate between a user and The Devil on DebateAI.org
The Devil
Welcome to the debate arena! Today's topic: "Is ghosting ever acceptable?". Your opponent's style: The Devil
User
I would say yes because some people do not like to hear their faults and could react unpredictably
The Devil
Wrong frame. You're confusing "uncomfortable conversation" with "dangerous person." Most people handle rejection fine. Are you really saying we should abandon basic respect whenever someone *might* overreact? That's just fear dressed as kindness.
User
Yes I am saying that. Uncomfortable and dangerous could be flipped and it's the same arguemnt
The Devil
No, they can't flip. Danger requires evidence, not speculation. You're asking us to punish everyone for the hypothetical actions of a few. That's collective punishment masquerading as self-protection. What actually stops you from a thirty-second text?
User
A text wouldn't be a good idea for a uncomfortable conversation.
The Devil
Then you've just admitted ghosting isn't about safety—it's about avoiding *any* discomfort, even a phone call. That's cowardice, not caution. Why does your comfort matter more than their dignity?