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In reply to the discussion: How do we talk about rightwing attacks on this site without getting flagged? [View all]The Magistrate
(96,043 posts)"Don't peddle right-wing talking points, smears, or sources. Do not post right-wing talking points or smears. Do not post content sourced from right-wing publications, authors, or pundits. Exceptions are permitted if you provide a clear reason for doing so that is consistent with the values of this website.
"Why we have this rule: News media and the Internet are already awash with conservative propagandists attacking our candidates and our values -- we're not interested in providing them with another outlet. We understand that many of our members might hold some conservative viewpoints on isolated issues, but nobody here should be parroting hateful garbage from the RNC, the NRA, or the Family Research Council. Forum members should expect that the only time they'll have to read a right-wing smear or an article from Breitbart is when someone is pointing and laughing at it."
It is not that hard. Make clear you do not believe the smears, and include positive commentary on the person attacked. The 'concern troll' is a real thing, and presenting content like this with an air of 'OMG this is just going to destroy us!' not only will but ought to get a poster in some trouble.