[drewrv]

I'd say one difference between reddit mods and the police is that the stakes are really low on reddit.

Arguing or getting upset about mod decisions gives off strong "fight with the bouncer" vibes. Even if you're right, there's no way to "win". The best course of action is to just quietly move on.

[kneebonian]

And as any divorce lawyer can tell you the less the stakes are the more petty, vindictive, spiteful and hateful everyone involved gets.

[ChickenNugger]

"Academic politics are so vicious precisely because the stakes are so small." and various versions: https://quoteinvestigator.com/2013/08/18/acad-politics/