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Given the volatile nature of the current political discourse, I'd suggest some basic safety features. In my opinion, the following should result in a ban / removal:
Doxing of any user
Posting of personal information
Calls to or threats of violence
Harassment and bullying
On a more personal note, I would love to see an active team providing additional context in comments and fact-checking to posted articles. This might help reduce some of the hyperbole and over the top commentary that turned political discussion on Reddit into a shouting match and echo chamber. Political discussions are best when they're informed and honest, and that often takes a more hands-on approach from those who wish to curate and foster real conversation.
I’ve always wanted to do an active mod team that comments in real time, but it would take a few more people (although some AI auto mods could potentially be fact checkers… but that’s a whole other project. But, I think, a project worth considering after we do the basics.)
I hope this doesn’t come across as too “opportunist,” but I would really enjoy providing help with active fact-checking. Feel free to DM if you start looking for people to actively fill such a role.