Re "factual debate......name calling."
This is the third, and final, option liberals/Democrats/Socialists (take your pick) use when all else fails!
First, of course, is that ANYTHING screamed loudly enough, long enough, and often enough, MUST be true (whether it is or not)!
Second, when you can't refute the argument, or the facts, attack the accuser!
Third..... you already know!