Nope, not a threat, simple reality. A concept that seems to elude the cut of their nose to spit their face crowd.
"That's the LP'ers tactic...bow to us or we'll spoil it for everyone."
They are terrorists -- but with principals, doncha know.
Come on, now Chief. You're a man who obviously love his job, and that job frequently involves intimidating people into complying with your orders. It's your entertainment.