> I left the group shortly after this because I couldn't be part of a group that didn't protect its members. Interesting. I've left groups that aggressively "p

> I left the group shortly after this because I couldn't be part of a group that didn't protect its members. Interesting. I've left groups that aggressively "protect" members, particularly those who do so even in online interactions. I find the aggressive protection detracts from honest and blunt communication or debate, I've seen people who basically think any remotely conservative opinion is rooted in misogyny or racism and should be immediately dismissed. It's something to weigh certainly, have to find the right balance appropriate for the group.