Aggressive Personal Attack

We believe that the sharing differing viewpoints, giving constructive feedback, and having lively debates are qualities of a healthy and productive conversation.

However, the line is crossed when someone makes a direct, unprovoked, and aggressive personal attack against another member.

What is in violation of this guideline?

Examples include, but are not limited to:

• Unprovoked, aggressive personal attack directed at another member

What is not in violation of this guideline?

Examples include:

• Provoked aggressive personal attack
• Schoolyard insults (e.g. you’re a douche canoe)
• Criticizing a belief or an opinion

How do I report a potential violation of this guideline?

Report a potential violation as follows:

1. Visit the page with the potential infringing content
2. Select "...", “More”, or “Options”, then select “Report”
3. Select “Content Not Permitted” or "Other Reason"
4. Select "Next"
5. Add any additional information
6. Select "Report"

For more information, you can refer to Submitting a Report.

Who can report a potential violation of this guideline?

Anyone who comes across content they believe might fall under this guideline.

What happens if someone violates this guideline?

If someone violates this guideline, the content is removed, and they receive a warning. After three warnings, they get a one-day time-out.

With each additional violation, the time-out length increases, and they risk losing their account.