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> Calling people morons and having a negative attitude won't make you many friends.

This only matters if you want or need friends.

While most people do, there are some that don't.

It's also not likely to win people to your way of thinking, which is largely what the book is about.

The individuals referred to in the OP calling people morons probably aren't very concerned about that either.

Some might argue that they don't need to be concerned about that.

Depends. There are places where you can find friends quicker if you call somebody else a moron. Few groups will hate you for talking trash about their enemies.

How will you know if someone have read "How to Win Friends and Influence People"? They'll tell you.

see, you didn't really garner my friendship with that comment. nothing lost, but nothing gained

On the other hand, it made me chuckle. If gaining upvotes counts as gaining internet friendship, then he made out alright there.

Excellent point.