Politeness has long been a cornerstone ... shift in language and etiquette raises questions about changing social norms, the influence of technology, and the evolving dynamics of communication ...

On Sez Us, users who are intentionally inflammatory may score lower than those who gain influence through respectful dialog.

Sez Us, a social app founded by Democratic strategist Joe Trippi, is trying to build a platform without rage-bait. Rage-bait ...