I don’t understand why they dedicate so much energy and focus to what even they call microaggressions at a time when an ascendant coalition in American politics is bent on deporting as many ...

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So it appears that the classic internet adage really does hold true: don’t feed the trolls. Deny them the pleasure of an angry reaction, and they’ll probably leave you alone.

“Don’t feed the trolls” also ignores an obvious method for addressing online abuse: skilled moderation and the willingness to kick people off platforms for violating rules about abuse.

Online creators, including journalists, have often spoken out against the "don't feed the trolls" axiom, particularly people who have experienced trolling themselves.

Voices ‘Don’t feed the trolls’ says a group of crusading celebrities. They should try practicing what they preach Before we worry about not feeding the trolls, let’s try not to poke them ...

Expert Opinion Don't Feed the Trolls: An Investigator's Approach to Online Harassment For companies caught in a hate or misinformation campaign, the playing field is as complex. Senior executives ...

So it appears that the classic internet adage really does hold true: don't feed the trolls. Deny them the pleasure of an angry reaction, and they'll probably leave you alone.