Wouldn't it be easier to boycott and report abusive users than to respond to them?

I totally agree with you, my friend. Most of those sorts of users are just attention seekers and the more attention (answers) we give them the more it feeds their need and they are more likely to 'pop back up.' However some answerer's just can not resist the temptation, so I say the fault very much lies on both sides.

I was just thinking the same thing. And hey! What a great way to bring together all of the different beliefs!!

Apparently we can't get rid of some jerks, so can't we just all agree to not answer? You can't be that desperate for 2 points, really, right???

It's offensive to more than the people they're aiming their pointless comments at....

Sadly, the same reason people respond to legitimate queries apply to those who answer questions that are clearly... for lack of a better word, bull. The reason? It's also the reason this site, every blog, literally every written word, and this post exists:

Everyone has something to say on everything, and we actually think that others are listening.

Some people hide behind their desire for truth by presenting a charade of hatred or ignorance. Respond in love and let the Holy Spirit deal with their hearts.

Really good point

but I still like to tell them their NASTY

I report them 2 but they don't get taken off one question even went to the voting stage about some 12 yr old boy who liked to have sex with older men!!

So what does that tell u even if u report it they get to stay on at least I can tell them they r NASTY!!!!!

Sadly I fear some people think they are cute or funny and don't think that what they are saying is all that offensive. It goes over well in their circle of friends, so they don't comprehend that it is offensive outside of their circle of friends. That's why I respond to them, and report them.

Game? People who post answers get free points. That's what they're interested in. Stupidity even on this sight, it's crazy. I agree with you.

You are right. When you respond to them to get your 2 points, it only encourages them to get more offensive

well i'll go against your advice and answer this one any how. ignore all you want, that's your right. but reporting is nazi like. WHO APPOINTED YOU TO BE IN CHARGE? it's a free country pal. not everythingt is going to be to your liking. your kind of attitude sounds rather like a communist. if you want to " move on" be my guest.

I have suggested that there be a mute/ignore button for this just like in chat