Can I suggest that editors separate their reactions to those who are actively posting abuse from those who are defending themselves?
There has previously been lacklustre or non-existent editorial action to abusive posts, therefore posters (myself included) have needed to respond themselves. Hopefully the report button will change this.
Targeting of the culprits rather than the victims may create a better morale amongst long-term users and keep them on the site.
This is not to condone any kind of abuse, but is to understand why people like Smudge and Anniekon feel the need to respond.
Just a suggestion based on good management skills.
No apology for
Luton is the S**t hole of the Universe, especially the Bury Park area, in fact I don't think it's part of England anymore is it?
smudge Thurs 19/08/04".
In the immortal words of Anniekon/smudge elsewhere
"That says it all, folks"