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In reply to the discussion: The chilling effect of misogynistic trolls [View all]treestar
(82,383 posts)that is routine for DU. I've been here years and have been called a homophobe personally and implied to be a "corporate shill" and "NSA apologist" just for arguing. "Authoritarian" is another good one for supporters of Democrats who aren't into criticizing them only. You get to know the posters. There is one that will find you to be a homophobe, even if you support gay marriage, for example. I would not be surprised at being called a "Monsanto shill" for anything not toeing the party line. You also must oppose the NAFTA and that latest trade agreement without question or whether or not you understand it, or you will get called a "corporate shill."
The juries are in control and that does not always work, since the jurors might include a majority who vote not on civility but on opinions.