Gracious Professionalism

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Originally Posted by Fusion_Clint

I think a civil debate can be had without questioning the Gracious Professionalism of individuals on the other side of the debate.

Yes, it can. There are lots and lots of complicated issues where disagreement is both expected and reasonable.

That said, this does not mean that it is never appropriate to point out when you think some other party's conduct or beliefs are contrary to the principle. I've seen people say some pretty nasty and hurtful things before, both here and at competitions, and I think we are all obligated to call out such behavior. Hell, I've had my own fair share of slip-ups where I've needed a reminder myself, and I think most people who claim otherwise are probably not being entirely honest.

I confess that, personally, I haven't seen this sort of "inappropriate GP-shaming" nearly to the extent that I've seen behavior that warrants reminders about GP.

This is quickly becoming the equivalent of calling a person a racist or nazi, as it appears to be meant to silence the opposition.

As a rule, it is generally not good practice to Godwin a thread in the first post.