Does this sound like the Republican method of arguing?

[Professor]

Anyone who argues with trolls ends up lowering themselves to that of a troll. Which is exactly what the troll wants. Not to attempt to demonstrate their intellectual superiority but rather to bring down those whom he perceives as deserving of his attention to his level of childishness.
Recent studies have also shown that most internet trolls display the basic behavior pattern of a sadist. They enjoy, or derive pleasure from, the misery and/or discomfort of others.