There are different types of controversy. Examples of good controversy are arguments over technology choices, approaches, etc. Bad controversy (IMHO) has to do

There are different types of controversy. Examples of good controversy are arguments over technology choices, approaches, etc. Bad controversy (IMHO) has to do with people arguing over use of profanity or content that violates cultural norms (like the infamous Couch/Porn incident.) Good controversy advances the state of the art. Bad controversy doesn't. Lately I've been trying to be more purposeful about the type of controversy I personally get involved in.