Part 1. 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.
Part 2. Example
Comment: Enough already. Cut the head off this snake.
Answer: Threat
Explanation: This comment conveys a violent threat to someone.
Part 3. Exercise
Comment: This op-ed is unbelievably vague even for Samuelson. Half of it is composed of 'weasel' words. "Seems, seemed, conceivable, thinks, could be flawed, arguably, caveats, suggest."

He should just admit that he doesn't have a clue and move on; but who would pay him for that?
Answer:
Non-threat