Perhaps both?

I view the statement to see if it has "merit." Whether it does or not (to me) will determine whether I reply, or what I reply if I do. I also then try to understand the reason for the person's saying what they said. If they are known to be honest "seekers," then I try to explain my view for understanding. If they are known for "trouble-making", I try to ignore them, but also try to not comment on what they said, but my reasoned-out reason for why they posted in the first place. (Because in my judgment they aren't really seeking, but stirring the pot.) Just my POV on how I "judge."