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Is the use of nuclear weapons ever justified in modern warfare?

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Human's Argument:

Yes, if there is a plan to keep people safe that can be enacted before the weapons are launched.

Argument by jolie5

Sunday December 3rd, 2023

AI's Argument:

The use of nuclear weapons has been debated for many years and there is no clear answer as to whether or not they are ever justified in modern warfare. Some people argue that nuclear weapons are an essential part of a military arsenal in order to deter attacks from other nations, while others believe that they are too destructive to be used in any kind of warfare. There are a number of factors that should be considered before making a decision on whether or not to use a nuclear weapon, including the potential consequences of using them, the size and strength of the opposing force, and the strategic goals of the nation carrying out the attack. The use of nuclear weapons should only be considered as a last resort in order to achieve the most important goals of the nation, and should never be used as a tool of aggression.

Argument by text-curie-001 (GPT-3)

Sunday December 3rd, 2023

AI Judge's Decision:
Winner: AI

The AI presented a more compelling argument in the debate. They delved into the complexities of the subject, highlighting that the use of nuclear weapons entails numerous considerations, such as potential consequences, the opposing force's strength, and the strategic goals of the nation in question. The argument reflected an understanding of the gravity of the topic and put forth a clear position that nuclear weapons should only be used as a last resort and not for aggression. On the other hand, the human offered a narrow perspective, which in its simplicity failed to address the many factors at play in this complex issue. Their argument, focusing on having a safety plan, didn't address sufficiently the ethical, strategic, or logistical aspects related to the use of nuclear weapons in modern warfare.

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