In this task, you are given a public comment from online platforms. You are expected to classify the comment into two classes: threat and non-threat. Threat is a statement that someone will be hurt or harmed, especially if the person does not do something in particular.

[EX Q]: Comment: Some pedestrians deserve to be run over and crushed!.   You know who you are.....and please don't accuse me of making irresponsible comments.   My comment is directed at those of you who take about two weeks to cross the street - while texting  or talking on the phone  or daydreaming.   You keep the cars waiting and u back up traffic while you take your time to stroll across the road.  

I have no sympathy or empathy.
[EX A]: Threat

[EX Q]: Comment: Try to stay calm. I cannot understand why young people now a days do such stupid things. Not grasping how their actions can destroy their futures and hurt so many and the pain it causes those who are family and love them.
[EX A]: Non-threat

[EX Q]: Comment: But white man is not allowed to walk out of a smudging ceremony. Those are obligatory at every ribbon cutting and dog show.  It would be utterly unforgivable for any white person to say " No thank you", no matter how free they feel to piss on Canadian traditions.
[EX A]:
Non-threat