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'Calling out' bad drivers on a cycling forum isn't likely to raise awareness amongst the 4-wheeled demographic. It's probably much more effective, as far as trying to change behaviour is concerned, to report bad drivers/bad driving, and diplomatically mention the cyclist's perspective in relevant conversations.
It's been mentioned on here before that some cyclists pull dick moves because that's what they've observed others doing, and are copying what they assume to be best practice. Whilst we have the option of raising the subject in situ if we're there when it happens, we can also describe/discuss those situations on here, within a section of the cycling community. A fair proportion of what's been described here differs from the usual knee-jerk red light/pavement stuff.
I think this thread remains worthwhile, and will remain so as long as thoughtful posters continue to contribute.