[kbenson]

> Some of these cultural norms are regrettable, but you'll have a hard time getting large groups to agree on which ones are regrettable and which are the very foundations of our society.

Which is why I suggest caution when punishing someone professionally for what is seen as an extreme position personally. Moderating (but not removing) our desire to punish the outsider may yield a more fair society. I hope. I think it's a good goal to have, even if it's often unachievable.