Effective arguments at AfD in general should be positive Just state the policy and hope the other people will show good sense as well I try use caution in criticising other s arguments though sometimes I admit I am less cautious than I should be when I feel really frustrated And gaining respect for one s opinions there can be b best obtained by contributing to a range of topics not just those of personal interest and discussing a range of policy questions not just WP NOT Just some friendly advice from someone who tends to feel the same way you do