&gt; Apologies for the personal anecdote, but needless to say I&#x27;m still a bit offended at having been called a bigot<p>Why? You are as hypersensitive as them. The proper answer is - &quot;From a person like you this is a compliment&quot;<p>Edit: Can anyone explain why HN downvotes suggestions to talk back and hit harder, when one is accused of (whatever flavor of the month evil is)?