it is not controversy that gets a topic closed. sometimes a topic is closed for various reasons including but not limited to:
– the argument has become circular with each side repeatedly stating their case and nothing new being added
– the supporters on either side of the argument have become heated and instead of arguing the point, bash the other posters (as if that makes their point correct)
– the topic has gone completely off topic and there is little hope of bringing it back on topic.
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