Neo-Nazi Andrew Anglin, founder and editor of The Daily Stormer, must pay $14 million to Tanya Gersh, a Jewish woman he organized a troll army against.
The Daily Stormer is an American neo-Nazi, white supremacist, and Holocaust denial commentary website and message board that advocates for the genocide of Jewish people.
Five years ago, Anglin encouraged his readers to harass Gersh after he accused her of attempting to extort the mother of white nationalist Richard Spencer. Gersh has denied the allegations.
Spencer was famously punched in the face on camera at Donald Trump's Inauguration, prompting the people to debate: Is it OK to punch a Nazi?
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At Anglin's prompting, Gersh received over 700 messages saying, "I hope you die," "Kill yourself," and "We will take pleasure in your pain." One voicemail said: "You are surprisingly easy to find on the Internet. And in real life."
The lawsuit was brought by the Southern Poverty Law Center two years ago on Gersh's behalf and was ruled on Thursday.
We won our lawsuit against neo-Nazi Andrew Anglin, who led an antisemitic trollstorm against our client Tanya Gersh. "This win isn't just for me, my family & my community; this is a win for everyone who has been harassed, terrorized & bullied," she said. https://t.co/wsRu9GDZZG
— Southern Poverty Law Center (@splcenter) August 8, 2019
"This win isn't just for me, my family and my community; this is a win for everyone who has been harassed, terrorized, and bullied," Gersh said in a statement.
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"Even though I don't like to admit that what he did broke a part of me, I am now a stronger person for it. Don't be afraid to take a stand against hatred and don't let hateful people define who you are. We will not let them win," she continued.
Anglin did not show up to court and his whereabouts are unknown. He only has to pay for the judgement if he's living in the U.S., but Gersh's lawyers are intent on making him pay, regardless.
"We will go to the ends of the earth to collect the judgment on behalf of our client, Tanya Gersh, whether it's cash, assets or intellectual property," Gersh's lawyer, David Dinielli, said.
While we may debate whether it's appropriate to punch a Nazi, everyone should be fine with holding them accountable for threatening people.
The judgement sends a strong message to anyone who attempts to threaten or harass anyone online.
In America we have freedom of speech, but we should also be free to live our lives without being harassed for our religion or ethnicity. And, if you do harass someone, it's gonna cost you.
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This response to someone grieving a friend might be the best internet comment ever
When someone is hit with the sudden loss of a friend or loved one, words rarely feel like enough. Yet, more than a decade ago, a wise Redditor named GSnow shared thoughts so profound they still bring comfort to grieving hearts today.
Originally posted around 2011, the now-famous reply was rediscovered when Upvoted, an official Reddit publication, featured it again to remind everyone of its enduring truth. It began as a simple plea for help: “My friend just died. I don't know what to do.”
What followed was a piece of writing that many consider one of the internet’s best comments of all time. It remains shared across social media, grief forums, and personal messages to this day because its honesty and metaphor speak to the raw reality of loss and the slow, irregular path toward healing.
Below is GSnow’s full reply, unchanged, in all its gentle, wave-crashing beauty:
Why this advice still matters
Mental health professionals and grief counselors often describe bereavement in stages or phases, but GSnow’s “wave theory” gives an image more relatable for many. Rather than a linear process, grief surges and retreats—sometimes triggered by a song, a place, or a simple morning cup of coffee.
In recent years, this metaphor has found renewed relevance. Communities on Reddit, TikTok, and grief support groups frequently reshare it to help explain the unpredictable nature of mourning.
Many readers say this analogy helps them feel less alone, giving them permission to ride each wave of grief rather than fight it.
Finding comfort in shared wisdom
Since this comment first surfaced, countless people have posted their own stories underneath it, thanking GSnow and passing the words to others facing fresh heartbreak. It’s proof that sometimes, the internet can feel like a global support group—strangers linked by shared loss and hope.
For those searching for more support today, organizations like The Dougy Center, GriefShare, and local bereavement groups offer compassionate resources. If you or someone you know is struggling with intense grief, please reach out to mental health professionals who can help navigate these deep waters.
When grief comes crashing like the ocean, remember these words—and hang on. There is life between the waves.
This article originally appeared four years ago.