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[–] [email protected] 8 points 1 day ago (2 children)

It's really crazy how internet regressed in this regard. "Don't feed the troll" is been the moto of the web but not it's almost inverse. People try to justify this as justice seeking but its clearly doesn't work.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 18 hours ago* (last edited 18 hours ago)

An increasing number of things are justified as justice seeking. I think it's because people are increasingly desperate to feel powerful against the real injustices of the world. In that light it's understandable, but seeking that feeling by trying to win online arguments with randos seems seriously pathetic.

[–] [email protected] 8 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago) (1 children)

It's because of engagement algorithms, partially. Unlike 'dumb' forums/boards, the bulk of the modern internet heavily rewards trolling (and engaging with trolls) in every form.

That, and very little community moderation.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 18 hours ago

God I love the profit driven nature of the modern Internet that relies on engagement-by-any-means-necessary. I love it sssooooo mmuuuucchhh