I’m always dumbfounded by people who have been on the site for so long, yet seem to lack any idea of how moderation works here.

I am against censorship, the subject itself is perfectly worthy. These particular efforts effectively mix true(ish) information with untrue information meant to inflame tensions and divisions and demoralize people.

Feeding the trolls does not increase confidence and trust in anything. When threads don't go off the rails like that, criticize away, no objections.