Some ideological movements rely on hyperbole more than others. This sub has a wide range of people and I am wondering how many of you all feel the way I do.

Now, of course hyperbole can be a useful rhetorical tool however we should be wary that overstatement can lead to overreaction. It is sometimes used as a mental crutch that prevents nuanced discussion. If we allow too much hyperbole in the discussion of such serious subjects then we cannot hope to analyze with much accuracy. Overuse of that rhetorical technique in a forum such as this fosters and enables toxic agents that thrive in the muddied waters with their disingenuous statements and hostile attitudes. I believe this may be the source of attraction for a lot of the people looking for a "gotcha" moment here.

How do we keep our feet on the ground as we analyze as a group? What can we practice that will facilitate an environment for quality discussion?

I recently made this same post in r/ ask feminism and I want to repeat the process here and also ask

Do y'all feel that there is more "swarming" of dissenters than there should be?