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: To costly. Just shoot em I say.

SOLUTION: Threat

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: 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.

SOLUTION:
Threat