Bullying. Harassment. Hate Speech. We do not allow bullying or hate speech on the Disqus platform. Hate speech attacks people based on “protected characteristics” which include race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, sex, gender, gender identity or serious disability or disease. Bullying targets individuals with the intention of degrading or shaming them. Bullying is especially harmful to minors because they may be more vulnerable. Disqus prohibits bullying and hate speech and requires our users to respect each other and comment with the respect and sensitivity of others in mind.&nbsp;</p> <p>