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I'd argue that tone policing doesn't refute the argument either.

• Rochus 5y ago
  Among civilized people, calling someone (the author of the referenced article in this case) a wanker is considered an insult; and it is definitely not compliant with HN rules.
  • AussieWog93 5y ago
    My God you sound like such a fucking wanker.
  • approxim8ion 5y ago
    > is definitely not compliant with HN rules This I agree with. Similarly, elitist virtue-signaling like "gutter language" and "among civilized people" aren't compliant with the rules either. You're free to check.
    • Rochus 5y ago
      Being civilized is barely seen as elitism by the majority of people here.
      • approxim8ion 5y ago
        Regardless, your comments fall on the wrong side of "Don't be snarky" and "Please don't sneer." But clearly, you've picked this hill to die on and this conversation is going nowhere. Have a good day.
        • Rochus 5y ago
          > your comments fall on the wrong side of "Don't be snarky" and "Please don't sneer." I politely disagree.