This discussion is deeply entrenched in one's own world view and moral philosophy. I'll just explain myself: I am a moral absolutist. I believe only action can

This discussion is deeply entrenched in one's own world view and moral philosophy. I'll just explain myself: I am a moral absolutist. I believe only action can have moral value (good or evil). This moral value is intrinsic and independent of context, intent or consequences. Killing for vengeance, killing in self defence and killing to save thousands of lives are all evil. Because killing is evil. I also consider censoring, taking away and destroying something as bad. Everything in this world is unique, and was created either by natural means or by human hand. Even the most offensive and harmful thing should be considered as a product of this universe, and protected as such. This way, I cannot approve of any decision that, in order to prevent/eliminate evil actions, either a) performs evil actions or b) censors, takes away or destroys something. I say that TPB should not be banned or taken down. What should be addressed are the people who are using it to steal IP. What should be addressed are the people running over other people. What should be addressed are the people sharing child porn in Tor. In the end, in my personal philosophy, the ends don't justify the means. Ever. I know that in practical term, this is extremely naive. The world is painted in shades of gray. Sometimes we need to be practical when solving our problems. I'm just that hopefull bufoon that always tries to save the _Kobayashi Maru_ [1] [1]https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kobayashi_Maru https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kobayashi_Maru