Berating people to the point that they leave the discussion is the same thing as silencing. Also, "berating" is a kind word. We're talking about "I have the ri

Berating people to the point that they leave the discussion is the same thing as silencing. Also, "berating" is a kind word. We're talking about "I have the right to exist" vs "we should systematically exterminate/enslave people like you"