Brad's post was a colossally bad idea.<p>First, it reveals a very hostile attitude within Google toward the go community - a complete lack of empathy for what his actions will do to tens of thousands of developers who have adopted his team's product. Just by posting what he did he's damaged the subreddit, which is apparently his intention.<p>Second, it reinforces the impression that Google is very temperamental in support of their products and services. This is just another in a large stack of examples of why not to choose Google for your project or company.<p>Third, Brad, please go talk to your PR folks. This could easily be spun as "Google attacks Reddit in support of Trump forum", "Google abandons go community", or any number of other baitings. About the only thing they will like about it is that it was at least posted on Thanksgiving holiday, which means most people who could exploit it will not notice.<p>Last, there is a larger, more adult concept known as equity in behavior that Brad should try to adopt. Just because he has a personal ethical issue does not mean he gets to damage other people. It's one thing to say "my personal code does not permit me to continue here, how can I withdraw in the way that is least damaging to others" vs "I'm going to use my position of privilege to inflict as much harm on Reddit as I can, with no regard for damage to others".<p>I agree with @4ad. This is a team that really has no business doing community support.