Not sure I have ever seen any hate for 1/2 tons on the forum. Think it is clear they are a great truck and many campers out there built for and being towed by 1/2 tons. Did it myself for 3 years.
There is a definite perception of what some people think is right and wrong when enturpituaing rules and regulations. But do not think that goes toward half tons, see just as much of it toward 3/4 and in some cases 1 ton trucks. There are valid points and agree someone's , " it tows great" can be very different from someone else's.
Those who pull out the , soon you will need a dually to hall anything over 30ft are making it up. I have never seen anyone say that other then sarcastic rebuttals.