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by dvfjsdhgfv 3239 days ago
That's a good start nevertheless, a level above the usual "what a sexist pig" pseudo-arguments. Reading each of these articles I learn something more, I expand my knowledge of things that weren't even in my area of interest, I get more understanding as to what is offending other people these days... I think a discussion based on merits is extremely useful, and I'm sad seeing all these articles quickly flagged.
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How many levels until we're talking about the fair points he made, along with the well-intentioned suggestions he was making?
> We don't live in an ideal world. People have their own agendas, obsessions, feelings etc. that obscure their judgement. It will definitely take a long while.

Well, when you put it like that, firing the guy was clearly the best decision.....

edit: formatting

I'm not sure if it's the best for the guy, but definitely for the advancement of the general discussion about the limits of political correctness and freedom to express one's opinions, or even scientific research not in line with mainline views.
We don't live in an ideal world. People have their own agendas, obsessions, feelings etc. that obscure their judgement. It will definitely take a long while.