[bharam]

Any article which devolves to name calling within a few paragraphs (the Nazi stuff) lacks credibility and can safely be dismissed. It won't win anyone over and just looks like someone who is preaching to the choir.

[hudibras]

It's called "hyperbole" and it's been a pretty standard rhetorical device for several thousand years.

[bharam]

Yes and when it's used in an argument it's a sign of weakness. It's similar to resorting to shouting in a verbal discussion.