[MichaelZuo]

I think the parent was trying to point out that if one side abandons principles the other side will be motivated to retaliate likewise, making the outcome of a treacherous race to the bottom becomes far more likely.

[rosndo]

What principles could possibly be abandoned here?

The “principle” of not doxing enemy soldiers? hah.

[singularity2001]

what would be the bottom? complete transparency? I can think of worse things