I don’t think people need to be fake. If you’ve nothing nice to say, say nothing. If you want to write an intelligent article about his role in the world and how power and influence are dangerously fickle these days, do so. Later, and with tact. Just don’t post a fucking smug self-congratulating passive-aggressive tweet whilst the body is still warm. Unless you’re a despicable cunt. Now that’s my rule for life, not just for videogame journalists or Twitter or whatever.
I suppose it’s like spitting on the street. It isn’t going to hurt anyone or cause any damage, but if I see you do it, I’ll shudder in distaste. If you pride yourself on how dignified you are when you walk down the street, I’ll have a much bigger issue with you.
Edit: ah fuck, I meant to snip your quote and I’ve killed it instead. Still, you know when I’m talking to you marrec. You go all tingly.