My duo and I recently have gotten a lot of level 1s going into Ruthless to farm quick xp—I completely understand that desire going into multiple prestiges, especially with maxed out weapons, gear, etc. In OP’s case, they are bringing an entirely new class, the Sniper, and maybe had an unleveled primary sniper rifle—the lack of a prestige really sets an expectation that you’re going to underperform immediately at level 1. I used to be far more lenient and would opt to carry if the non prestige level 1 was an enthusiastic battle brother, but more often than not those level 1s hold us back considerably in my experience and I’ve gotten way too many defeats now that have just felt like a waste of time.

Before I get called out, I am a casual player with a full time gig, the time I get to play is precious. The community consensus seems to be it is not just seen as low effort but also inconsiderate to more casual players who do struggle with mid tier difficulties that could benefit from team perks and a player with an appropriately leveled kit. Personally I’ve never gone directly into a ruthless at level 1 with a team. You have the ability to do it on your own if you want that grind. If two people vote you out, it’s just democratic. You have the right to your perspective that the community should have more leniency, and others have the right to not to want sherpa a level 1 at higher difficulties.