discrediting an individual's point of view by attacking their personal life
"Discrediting an individual's point of view by attacking their personal life" refers to the act of discrediting or undermining someone's perspective or argument by criticizing or attacking aspects of their personal life, rather than engaging with the substantive points they are making.
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