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Why You Should Think Twice Before Posting Anonymous Comments OnlineFour reminders that entrepreneurs have a responsibility to own their words in the digital age.

ByErika Napoletano

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own.

"We already know that anonymous letters are despicable. In etiquette, as well as in law, hiring a hit man to do the job does not relieve you of responsibility." --Judith Martin

Inlast month's column, I offered the reasons why I don't allow anonymous comments on my blog. The quote above from the modern-day Miss Manners offers some additional food for thought on anonymity in the digital age. As members of a civilized society, we have a responsibility to own our words.

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