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> Unfortunately, I studied engineering at school, not sociology so I have no idea what a "leaking a power level" is unless it has something to do with batteries.

Snrk. That's an amusing interpretation of the phrase. I shall steal it for future use.

It's an internet meme. To hide one's power level means to conceal details of oneself, hobbies, skills, affiliations, etc[1]. Conversely, if one is leaking their power level, they are letting slip details about themselves. Consider that if you interrupted an argument amongst co-worker to correct their misconceptions about furries, what that might reveal about your interests when your co-workers don't know you're a furry.

Given the context, GP is accusing you of being transphobic, and that such is betraying your affiliation with the alt-right.

1. https://knowyourmeme.com/memes/power-level



Thank you for the explanation. I think quite a large number of people would share the view I espoused (EG JK Rowling) and would not readily be categorised as alt-right.




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