Lastly I feel that you might be subconsciously aware that people now (being far more PC) will be more inclined not to disagree with you because you stated that you are a female and a POC. Do I believe that information was necessary? Personally, no. Let your statements start from a neutral standpoint. Putting that information changes how people read and respond to your statements. Myself included.
Hmm, interesting point. I must admit to having forgotten she mentioned it by the time I started formulating my reply, but it is certainly something that may affect the responses of some. However isn't a reaction to such a statement also part of the discussion in a sense? Isn't that a indication that subtle biases exist in this area and as such doesn't that allow the reader to reflect on such issues?
Hmm, interesting point. I must admit to having forgotten she mentioned it by the time I started formulating my reply, but it is certainly something that may affect the responses of some. However isn't a reaction to such a statement also part of the discussion in a sense? Isn't that a indication that subtle biases exist in this area and as such doesn't that allow the reader to reflect on such issues?
You make a very good point. My reasoning is that by mentioning is that it usually brings "positive bias" to the argument.