Debating in western culture is based on the adversarial system. It's designed to win even if it means hiding evidence detrimental to your side and truth is a side issue that may or may not be arrived at. It's the same system our courts use
No ,its an interesting irony. The guy who is trying to get others to reduce or stop personal attacks openly admits his sometimes hostile debating style could be confused for personal attacks! Physician heal thyself springs to mind