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Pakman opens by praising the reasonableness and rationality of his approach in contrast to the often-toxic ecosystem on platforms like YouTube. He laments the prevalence of negativity, "dunking," and ad hominem attacks that dominate political commentary online. While some mockery is warranted—highlighting the absurdity of certain positions—he questions whether this behavior is ultimately beneficial, either for the individuals involved or the broader societal discourse.