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> I think it really warrants saying it without sugarcoating... this is exactly what a terrorist does.

What about this situation made you think it warrants saying that? What is your definition of a terrorist? I thought a terrorist was a person that spread terror by acts of violence. Which is not what's happening here.

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This is part of a much larger culture war currently going on. There has already been violence used by these people against anyone who disagrees with them. The 'summer of love' of 2020 is one example.

Never mind the constant attacks and attempts to silence opposition, both online and off.

If you don't want to call them terrorists for weaponizing politically motivated terror, then radical extremists is another option.

Agreed, I know it's a harsh word and not everyone will agree on its usage, but this is a serious issue that needs more attention IMO.

Also the "paradox of intolerance" seems to apply here i.e. you can't call for inclusion without letting people have opinions you don't like.

mental pain is as real as physical pain.

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