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Sources of information generally considered biased and unreliable (partisan, tabloid, etc.) can at times be guilty of actually providing accurate details. Should we dismiss some sources just because the fact cited happened to be used within a biased article or media source? I think it's more to do with why the poster thinks the source is pertinent.
I prefer to understand the interpretation of facts rather than read a lot of cut, paste and quote. The evangelist rarely succeeds by preaching book and verse. It is often more effective to plant the seed of discussion than to litigate a well documented thesis.
For me, I'd prefer reading an OP presented with something like a brief statement, followed by opinions (supported by references - linked or cited), a summary/conclusion, then perhaps add questions to help kick-start the discussion. If clarification is needed, most are capable of asking or looking things up.
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