TASK DEFINITION: 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.
PROBLEM: 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.

SOLUTION: Non-threat

PROBLEM: Comment: We go into their living rooms, and then kill them when they disapprove.  Amazing.

SOLUTION: Threat

PROBLEM: Comment: Anyone caught leaking should be charged with treason and, if convicted, shot as a traitor.

SOLUTION:
Threat