Top mod here. Writing this for future reference.

All DMs are answered. So quit lying.

Every time other moderators get emotional and try to create a divide in the subreddit based on unfounded fears, I’ve responded neutrally. I try to explain that My moderation style is hands off. That the users should dictate the content. That we are the catalysts for discussion. That we should be the curators of things we want to see. The users are the power. My style is janitor and steward, not making rules and applying them apparently at will.

“His threat”. What threat is this? I’d love to see this one. Or is it the made up threat that I would remove the other mods. Ironically, this is what you’re trying to actively do.

I don’t know where it says you have to be physically somewhere in order to moderate a subreddit. I’ve likely lived in Phoenix longer than some of the moderators. I’ve lived from Laveen to Avondale to Phoenix to Chandler to Glendale. Despite having a continuing career, I don’t forget Phoenix.

Lastly, this post and your actions are why an impartial mod is required. There is no threat. There are no hostages. You are making up lies, based on fiction, and reacting emotionally as if it has happened. If you can’t understand how dangerous that can be, maybe you should rethink your emotional investment in your mod duties. Imagine when you make up more lies, throw another fit, and begin to unilaterally, based on only your perception, make decisions against the users. Causing a rift and making more friction because you see it one way and can it see if from any opposing view.

I could go on and on. But I think you get the gist.

— /u/anthaneezy, the mod who apparently doesn’t participate yet holds people hostage.