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What would be the logic fallacy when someone dismisses a source just because they do not like it?

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What would  be the logic fallacy when someone dismisses a source just because they do not like it?

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genetic fallacy


That is the main one. However, be careful with confusing "dismissing an argument" with refusing to believe/accept claims made by a source. The former is an important part of critical thinking skills (e.g., "That claim came from The Onion. Sorry, but I need more to take that seriously.")

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