“It is like exercising a veto you hold for anything and everything, and yes, vetoes are important in consensus systems. But disrupting conversation is not the veto, the actions of actual transacting economic actors deciding what software to run or not run is the veto. This denial of service on dialogue is not some noble or righteous crusade to save Bitcoin, it is an active attack on those economic actors and their ability to gain a better understanding making an informed decision on whether to veto something or not.” -- Shinobi

This read helps us navigate the turbulent discourse on Bitcoin Consensus

The realm of Bitcoin consensus has become a contentious battleground, with the surrounding dialogue often marred by disruptive forces.

One alarming trend that has emerged is the prevalence of “denial-of-service attacks” aimed at stifling meaningful discussions within the Bitcoin community. 

This phenomenon raises critical questions:
Is it a calculated attempt to silence innovative ideas and dissenting voices?
Or is it a necessary friction to uphold the integrity of Bitcoin's foundational principles? 

Alternatively, could it be an unavoidable consequence of Bitcoin's remarkable success and the diverse perspectives it has attracted?

It is crucial to strike a balance between fostering open discourse and maintaining the core values that have made Bitcoin a revolutionary force in the financial landscape.

While the free exchange of ideas is essential for the growth and evolution of any technology, it is equally important to safeguard the fundamentals that have earned Bitcoin its credibility and widespread adoption.

Original article
A DENIAL OF SERVICE ATTACK ON BITCOIN CONSENSUS
The reason conversations around consensus are a dysfunctional mess is not because of the people proposing changes, it's because of the people refusing to listen in good faith.
https://bitcoinmagazine.com/culture/a-denial-of-service-attack-on-consensus