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: I'm sure it makes not a picayune difference to some folks, but OJ WAS acquitted of the murders wasn't he?  Should we all look for the nearest sour apple tree and break out the hangman's noose whenever a jury's decision isn't to our liking?  And at last glance, at least 66% of African Americans still agreed with, if not applaud, the verdict.
[EX A]: Non-threat

[EX Q]: Comment: He has admitted to being a murderer...has requested the death penalty. Give it to him...no need to spend money on a trial.
[EX A]: Threat

[EX Q]: Comment: I have a lot of respect for Ed Broadbent, but as long as the NDP are in the pocket of the unions, especially the public service unions, having them form a government would be very very dangerous. Unions are as bad if not worse than large commercial interests. Unions are more hypocritical, self righteous and less accountable to their stakeholders than their business counterparts.
[EX A]:
Non-threat