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In reply to the discussion: We have Safe Spaces here on DU. They are called Groups. [View all]kwassa
(23,340 posts)36. DU turns into pre-school every primary season.
I disagree with your analysis, by the way. People who participate in protected groups are the very same people who participate in the open forums, so there is no Balkanization, there are simply different ways of participating. At times, in the open, at times, in more protected areas.
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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