Strategy & decisions prompts
Steelman the opposing views
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Build the strongest possible version of each side in the notebook — then judge the debate on merit.
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Stage a steelman debate between the opposing viewpoints in this notebook. Step 1 — Identify the 2–3 main viewpoints the sources represent. Name each one. Step 2 — For each viewpoint, write its steelman: - Strongest core argument in 2–3 sentences. - The 3 best pieces of evidence from the notebook supporting it. - The most charitable interpretation of its weakest point. Step 3 — Cross-examination. For each pair of viewpoints, list the 2 sharpest questions one side would ask the other, and the strongest reply available in the sources. Step 4 — Verdict. Which view holds up best given only the notebook evidence? Explain in 3–5 sentences what would have to change for a different view to win. No straw men. If a viewpoint's evidence is thin, say so explicitly — don't fabricate support.
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- 1Open your notebook at notebooklm.google.com.
- 2Replace the [bracketed] parts with your specifics.
- 3Paste the prompt into the chat box and send it.
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