Rainier
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« on: August 09, 2007, 06:59:20 AM » |
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Yes, I know there is a link to the rules at the top of the page, but new members probably wont see/click on it, so here they are. Read them, love them, become one with them.
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Be Respectful and Exercise Tact
If you're going to enter or start a debate try to have some respect for your opponent(s). You may not agree with their opinions but at least respect their right to have them. Try to conduct yourself as an adult.
Chauvinism and Nation Bashing
We realize that some of our members are ardent patriots, and we realize that some may have strong feelings for or against a particular country. In a desire to keep everyone happy, all we ask is that you keep rule #1 in mind before you post -- exercise some tact. Defending or calling into question the policies or actions of a particular nation's government is perfectly acceptable as long as you do it in a mature and purposeful manner. Making off-color and derogatory statements about a country just to piss off other members will NOT be tolerated. Have respect for the people that live in these countries (as they may take offense to such statements). You don't have to agree with them and you don't have to keep your thoughts to yourself, but if you're going to post something that attacks someone else's government don't be a jerk about it. At the very least try to back it up with a thoughtful argument -- and make sure your post has a purpose. It doesn't take a genius to realize what is and isn't offensive, if you're dealing with a 'touchy' issue try to make your post constructive and respectful. Don't even bother posting something if your sole intent is to start a fight. How you word your arguments is important, and if you're going to tackle an important and controversial issue the least you can do is take the time to put together a decent argument that isn't designed to incite conflict.
This also goes for debates about other deeply personal issues (religion, abortion, etc.).
Above all, if your feelings on an issue are so strong that you cannot conduct the debate with a certain amount of civility then perhaps it is best to stay out of it altogether.
Repartee
Banter is acceptable, as long as it adheres to the above rules. Nothing vulgar will be tolerated, nor will any personal attacks or flames be tolerated. Witty exchanges are always fun to read and they help to makes the debate more lively, but they should never be designed to offend or humiliate someone. If someone is offended by your banter then please have enough courtesy to stop the first time they ask you to. Some people don't appreciate or engage in repartee, that's their right, so please respect their wishes.
In short, be nice or we'll ban you.
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In light of recent events, I will add on some pointers:
Common sense can be your best tool. Don't do things that will probably tick off another member and especially don't things that will tick off a moderator or administrator, such as giving yourself an "official" user title, I.E. "Administrator" or "Moderator" - and also personally attacking someone's faith (you are entitled to your opinion as much as another is entitled for theirs), etc.
Moderators and Administrators reserve the right to ban anyone - temporarily or permanently - for violations of the rules, as well as for things that have not been enumerated above.
Again, practice common sense. Before you post, take a second and think to yourself "Will this offend somebody?" Abide by this, and you will be welcomed warmly.
From the staff here The Platoon, thank you.
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