We ignore the trolls. Edit

We prefer not to respond to nasty comments about us or our blog, as long as they don't veer into abuse or libel. We believe that feeding the trolls only encourages them -- "I learned long ago, never to wrestle with a pig. You get dirty, and besides, the pig likes it. (George Bernard Shaw)" Ignoring public attacks is often the best way to contain them.

Responsibility for our own words – Nothing we wouldn't say in person – Connect privately first – Take action against attacks – a) No anonymous comments OR b) No pseudonymous comments – Ignore the trolls – Encourage enforcement of terms of service – Keep our sources private – Discretion to delete comments – Do no harm