Two longtime internet veterans, David Millington and Nick Hodges, have launched Respectify, an AI-powered comment moderation tool that goes beyond deletion to actually teach users how to argue better. Instead of simply banning problematic comments, Respectify identifies logical fallacies, tone issues, and coded language while suggesting constructive rewrites.

The tool addresses a fundamental problem in online discourse: current moderation focuses on punishment rather than education. Respectify catches issues like strawman arguments, overgeneralizations, and dog whistles before they're posted, then gives users specific feedback on what's wrong and how to improve. The system is completely tunable, ranging from permissive to college-debate-level scrutiny.

Built on WordPress JSON integration, Respectify aims to automate the entire moderation process so site owners can focus on content rather than policing discussions. The founders argue that by educating users one comment at a time, they can quietly coach better thinking and foster healthier online communities. With an interactive demo available at respectify.ai, the tool represents a novel approach to making the internet more constructive through edifying moderation rather than just censorship.