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In reply to the discussion: We have Safe Spaces here on DU. They are called Groups. [View all]earthside
(6,960 posts)33. Censorship groups are destructive of the broader DU community.
I've been here for a long time ... and I think the creation of these 'safe places' groups are a contributor to the incivility and intolerance that seems to be increasing here.
It is one thing to create a community of discussion for Democrats/liberals/progressives like the broader DU; it is another thing to allow factionalizing, segregating, exclusivity by permitting and encouraging therein groups that censor and exile those with diverse points of view.
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Worse than the Balkans, some groups are walled fortresses from which attacks are launched on others.
leveymg
Nov 2015
#43
If applied consistently within your context, you imply the Dewey decimal system is balkanized.
LanternWaste
Nov 2015
#7
So, subject at hand is College Campus are DANGEROUS! Um, why would you go there for a "Safe Space"
snooper2
Nov 2015
#17
Most of the safe havens on DU are about protecting from those of privilege.
Goblinmonger
Nov 2015
#21