My early environment (South Central Los Angeles, and then central Mississippi) was where words became action very quickly. You are absolutely correct about the need to look within. The problem is the vast majority can not or will not. 

TNStacker

That's true. I like where we are headed here though. It feels like we are on the right path. I tend to think that we might just need to get thicker skin sometimes, feel empowered. And remember, words are just words. If words trigger us or bring fear, it is probably something to look at within ourselves. 

DesertDave

alter_native

Where do we draw the line on free speech on stacker news?

Legitimate threat? How can one determine if it is truly legitate until acted upon. Herein lies the question right? It is only speech until someone's smacks you in the face. Although threat with movement toward action is legally assault. Does that only apply in the physical world?

These are good questions. And I think people are too certain in their positions. I think it takes a community to come up with agreeable solutions to most. All will never be satisfied. 