Argue the opposite of your thesis
Have Claude write the strongest version of the argument against the piece you are publishing.
What this prompt helps you do
The best counter-argument, its evidence, and where your thesis needs to concede or strengthen.
When to use it
You are publishing a point of view that will be read by people who disagree.
What to prepare
The goal, relevant source material, constraints, examples, and the decision or action this should support.
How to get a strong result
Ask for the argument an informed opponent would make; a strawman leaves the real objection unanswered.
How to use this prompt
Replace each placeholder with accurate context. Paste the complete prompt into Claude, review the response critically, resolve important questions, and use it as a considered input to the next decision—not as an unchecked final answer.