The problem with these vigilantes is that it applies a "Wild West" philosophy of "might makes right". Whether Jerry Banfield should be welcomed back or not is immaterial as long as the powerful hammer of his down voters strikes down his content.
I argued at length that we need to adhere to a set of principles and values and then frown upon "private justice",.militia-style, like what the Marky is doing. But it's probably easier to start herding cats. I miss Justine / Hive account@llfarms . She was a voice of reason and had the right analysis. She's not back, alas.