Hey guys, I'm not really sure if I should respond to stuff you all said because I'm really not interested in arguing anymore. Part of me really wants to, though, because I disagree with some stuff that was said, but it's the off-topic stuff, and I'm not sure if it would be best.
Anyhow, on topic, the form letters used to complain to Gawker advertisers is manipulation at its core. You're manipulating people into writing the letters in the best way possible for your cause. Instructions like "Don't mention Gamergate." and "Talk about how the ads make you feel." and "Mention you're offended." and stuff like that is the very definition of manipulation. HOWEVER (excuse the caps, but I wanted to make this clear so no one skips over this), I never said that was a bad thing. The anti-Gamergate side is using dirty and manipulative tactics, just as the pro-Gamergate side is. And please don't come back with saying that they started it because, again, I'm not saying these form letters are a bad thing. It's being done for a good reason.
Finally, war2thegrave, please don't try to make this class warfare stuff. That takes away from the issue and gives the anti-Gamegate side ammunition to throw up smokescreens and obfuscate the issue. This isn't about race, gender, political leaning, religion, or any other way to divide people. This is about journalistic ethics, and nothing else.
Also, please don't use the "SJW" term. It's condescending and inappropriate because I would classify Gamergate as a social justice movement. I don't want to offend you, but I've always found that term unsavory.
Edit- DCG, I'm very sorry to hear about your bullying. Unfortunately, I have a lot of experience with that (as do many others here, I'm sure). I'm glad you made it through.