That is, in fact, exactly what they do. Erode the
meaning of words, ridicule, ad-hominem, gaslight, declare you an idiot for “not getting their argument,” even though they’ve made nothing resembling one.

It takes much less mental horsepower to be a foolish abusive troll than an intelligent commenter, so in this way they level the playing field.

Then they rinse and repeat ad nauseum until their opponent gives up, and declare victory.

Yes. Every once and a while I'll check politics, but its the same each time and not just that, massive upvotes unseen in politicstoo. Of course there is no real debate, just right wingers with misinformation jerking each other off. Often I wonder, how can they be serious? But of course there is little self reflection or intelligent argument anywhere. Ultimately it is best to not engage, though of course who can resist throwing the occasional truth bomb from time to time!

https://www.salon.com/2021/07/18/why-its-almost-impossible-to-argue-with-the-right/