[Dylan16807]

>Since not everyone is objectivist, the first is sort of contradictory.

That seems like circular logic to me. It assumes that being subjective blocks objective arguments, based on the subjective opinion of some people.

>The second point is lost on comparing the job to illicit drugs.

It's just an example of a tempting but harmful habit.

[taeric]

The contradiction was "the author believes in an objective reality" but might not be trying to "force his valuation" on others. My point is that not only is this forcing a valuation, it is assuming an objective view on things in order to do so.

And there is a huge difference between heroin and "just an example of a tempting but harmful habit." I mean, sure I can see what you are getting at. But I go back to saying it is a terrible rhetorical style. Any point there is lost by it just being off in scope.

[rhizome]

It assumes that being subjective blocks objective arguments

Take this as you will, but I would (subjectively, natch) contend that the only objective argument is that objectivity doesn't exist. There is always selectivity in play when making an argument, both by what is included to support the argument and by what is not. So, subjectivity itself blocks objective arguments. I'm willing to be proven wrong, though.