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I just don't see how this approach is tenable. We can't just give a blanket pass on any rudeness/hostility that doesn't rise to the level of cussing someone out.I'm saying that the behaviour is just fine.
I understand a hesitation to delve into full blown tone policing, but atmosphere and attitude can make a big difference in how threads go and this kind of mild to moderate toxicity on a constant basis can create a big headache for everyone.
The way that we keep people from going at eachothers throats is the assurance that they can use the RVR to get bad behavior rectified. Saying "well, it's okay for users to be kind of a dick all the time" just encourages more of the same, and sets the stage for much harsher conflict and much larger headaches for us down the road.
For Tdjwo's part, he is just kind of always rude, always doggedly convinced that everyone who disagrees simply isn't reading his responses or is biased or ignorant or etc and feels more than comfortable throwing around such accusations in threads.
I think it'd be a failure on our part to say that those comments, no matter how frequent, are not rule violations of any kind despite contributing to a hostile and toxic atmosphere and essentially giving him free license to be openly pigheaded in every CRT he involves himself in.
I understand you have a lighter approach to punishment but saying this simply isn't a problem of any kind is a problem. We expect users to be polite and contribute positively to discussions, not start pissing contests at every opportunity