Here’s an example (link in quote):
Setting aside whether you agree or disagree with my argument, I call the post I respond to “foolish”–I edited it from “idiotic” to “stupid” and then down to “foolish,” because I really am trying to keep my snark in check somewhat. I think this is well within board rules. It sounds like Bone is saying that whether I offer reasons for calling the post “foolish” is irrelevant for rule-breaking purposes; is this right?
I think, further, that posts may stay within board rules but still be obnoxious. If I just said, “What a foolish post,” that might not break board rules, but it’d add nothing to the conversation.