I think part of the problem is that the bullying/intimidating/smear campaign business uses the same communication channels as the supportive/constructive/engagi

I think part of the problem is that the bullying/intimidating/smear campaign business uses the same communication channels as the supportive/constructive/engaging comments. And, even if you can thicken your skin to the point where the horrible insults don't wear you down, how do you feel about physical threats? Against your loved ones? This stuff is more terrible than you can expect a reasonable person to just shrug off.