You’re probably correct and if everyone ignored the trolls they would maybe eventually leave. One problem I see with not responding to some specific posts is that it may create the impression the community woud agree with them.
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Lucky you. 
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Dear Admin,
Please close this thread because it becomes more and more off topic.
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delete it - it is embarrassing for all
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There will be a new thread anyway for any news!