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Catlady03 · 21/02/2026 08:20

This is just an observation. I’ve been reading a few posts recently and I’m at a loss as to why some people are so vile and vitriolic to some posters especially if they disagree with them. I get that we all have strong opinions but we’re all adults and can be capable of having a sensible debate. I do wonder about the rationale behind such behaviour. Do they do it to just to shit stir to get a reaction or they really incapable of having a sensible conversation. I do wonder how many of these people would be brave enough to say these things to people in real life.
I hate the term keyboard warriors but couldn’t think of how else to describe such behaviour.

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OSupergran · 21/02/2026 08:22

It's nearly always to get a reaction, and it works. Everyone starts replying to the goady post and the thread is derailed.

It's sport for some, and has been ever since forums existed.... even 30 years ago when barely anyone was online!

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