[nitrogen]

This is definitely a position that is easier to hold in a position of privilege/popularity.

Shaming has rather drastic negative consequences, especially in communities that shame intelligence, education, gender, race, neurotype, etc.

[pc86]

I don't think anyone here implied shaming doesn't have [potentially negative] consequences.

It's a non-violent tool to shape societal or group norms. If you are in a shitty group (e.g. one that shames education), that doesn't change the argument.

[nitrogen]

Rule #1 with any weapon is to ask what it looks like when the tables are turned and someone uses it against you.

[asa4akj]

Every weapon is bad in the arms of the enemy. I won't be cutting any hands because they can form fists.