Social media did not cause hate speech, but it sure has made it easier for haters and trolls to rant. Here are 10 great classic thinkers who helped shape the world around them, in spite of the meanies.

1. How To Deal
With Haters
And Trolls
A 10-slide “History” Lesson

2. It is important to remember that haters have been around
forever. Even though social channels make it easier for
them to announce themselves, these 10 quotes show us
that hate has been a part of free speech from the
beginning.
The key take-aways? Ignore; stay resolute in your beliefs;
and – if you must – respond with kindness. Just know
your goal should not be to win the argument – as you
cannot. It is only an argument if both parties are rational.