<p>@SwatLife: Yes, I saw JYs reference to a concentration camp. I have a great deal of experience working with non-native English speakers. Many of these students use bombastic language from time to time. So, I choose to forgive him for that peccadillo (not that he needs my forgiveness). Other posts stick out far more than that one. For instance, the first poster to respond to the concentration camp reference used the name LOL, mocked him for mentioning the great nation of the USA, and went downhill from there. That post was simply unkind, but I digress. </p>
<p>The general tone of the comments leaves a lot to be desired, even after the Daily Gazettes plea for civility. When someone is the target of intimidation, taunting or bullying in real life, it is natural for that individual and supporters to seek redress. But going on line and engaging in intimidation, taunting or bullying is not the right response. Righteous indignation and moral licensing are powerful forces, but we should not give in to them. Bullying is bullying, and no amount of rationalizing will change that.</p>