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writing-argument

Audit persuasive arguments by making warrants explicit and evaluating evidence quality.

212|23|Updated May 23, 2026
Search Tags:#writing#persuasion#rhetoric#op-ed#argument#warrant#counterargument
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/human-avatar/skills-for-humanity --skill writing-argument
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: writing-argument
Source: https://github.com/human-avatar/skills-for-humanity/tree/main/skills/writing-argument
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/human-avatar/skills-for-humanity --skill writing-argument

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you diagnose why your argument isn’t landing and repair it by making the warrant explicit, auditing evidence-to-claim fit, and strengthening the response to the strongest counterargument.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Argument audit for missing logic: Surfaces the unstated warrant that connects evidence to your claim so readers can’t reject your conclusion for different assumptions.
  • Evidence quality review: Checks sufficiency, credibility, relevance, and whether evidence actually supports the specific claim (not just the topic).
  • Counterargument and rhetorical-substitute detection: Identifies the best objection, verifies whether it’s addressed honestly, and flags appeals (authority/emotion/repetition) that may be substituting for reasoning.

Example: If your op-ed claims “policy X will improve outcomes” but readers say “your evidence doesn’t justify that conclusion,” this Skill reconstructs a stronger version of the argument with an explicit warrant and better counterargument coverage.

Quick Start

Use the writing-argument skill to audit and reconstruct your draft by following the output sections as written.

Frequently Asked Questions about writing-argument

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I make the warrant explicit in a persuasive argument?▼

To make a warrant explicit in a persuasive argument, you must state the unstated assumption connecting your evidence to your claim. This prevents readers from rejecting your conclusion based on different underlying assumptions.

What is the best way to audit evidence quality for an op-ed?▼

Auditing evidence quality for an op-ed involves checking its sufficiency, credibility, and relevance. You must verify that the evidence directly supports your specific claim rather than just addressing the general topic.

How do I address counterarguments effectively in persuasive writing?▼

Addressing counterarguments in persuasive writing requires identifying the strongest objection and verifying whether it is answered honestly. This ensures your reasoning holds up against direct structural critiques.

Why does my argument rely on rhetorical substitutes instead of reasoning?▼

Your argument relies on rhetorical substitutes when appeals to authority, emotion, or repetition replace actual reasoning. Detecting these substitutes helps reconstruct a stronger version of your argument using explicit warrants.

Can I use this approach to repair a proposal where evidence fails to connect to the claim?▼

Yes, you can repair proposals where evidence fails to connect to the claim by applying an argument audit. This process reconstructs the draft with a clear claim, warrant, evidence, and counterargument structure.

When do I need to surface the unstated warrant in my rhetoric?▼

You need to surface the unstated warrant in your rhetoric when readers doubt your underlying assumptions or state your evidence does not justify your conclusion. This bridges the logical gap between data and claims.

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