It’s Complicated: A Syllogism

Consider this general syllogism:

 

Issue X is complicated.

Perspective Y’s position on X is not complicated.

Therefore, Perspective Y is wrong about X.

 

It’s a solid argument, and one we can apply to endless pressing issues.

 

For instance:

Gender relations are complicated.

MeToo’s position on gender relations is not complicated.

Therefore, MeToo is wrong about gender relations.

 

Or:

Relations with Russia are complicated.

Russia hawks’ position on Russian relations is not complicated.

Therefor...