Editing Harassment markets (section)

== A “Potentially Positive” Side? ==

Could a marketplace for harassment make people behave better, knowing that anyone could anonymously pay for retaliation? The legal system is meant to enforce punishments for lawbreakers, but in reality, it often favors those with wealth and the resources to navigate bureaucracy. People can end up bankrupt or stuck in endless court battles. Sometimes, the system even gets weaponized to bully those with lesser means.

'''Double-Edged Sword'''<br />
A harassment market could be seen as a form of extralegal justice: a way for the disenfranchised to punish wrongdoers. But it also lowers the cost of harassing anyone—even innocent people. This dilemma echoes gun control arguments: yes, guns can deter aggression, but they also enable it.

'''Chaotic Spiral'''<br />
If a person is harassed, they might guess the culprit incorrectly, escalating conflict. Minor grievances could spiral as more people rush online for payback. Without formal checks or balances, it’s hard to predict overall societal impact.

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