We realize that there's a lot of passion and sharp divisions over how Royce White's suspension has been handled as well as other similar (but unrelated) issues. At the same time, we expect members of this board can handle disagreements without engaging in personal insults simply because the other person sees things differently.
We'd prefer that folks not refer to someone who holds a differing view point a "moron" or "idiot" etc. We don't think it's a particularly persuasive way of arguing your own case but we typically don't take action on that.
However, when folks resort to profane name-calling -- even what may be relatively minor profanity in your mind -- you run the risk of some minor editing and, if it persists, some time away from the board.
When you write a post to another GopherHoler, consider the fact that (s)he is more likely than not a fan ... and write it so that you'd be okay with your child or parent reading your post. If you're convinced that the other poster is a troll, either ignore the post (preferred) but don't stoop to his/her level.
And if you run across a post to which you object, click on the triangle to the upper right of each post. That will flag it for the moderators to review and, if needed, take action.
We'd prefer that folks not refer to someone who holds a differing view point a "moron" or "idiot" etc. We don't think it's a particularly persuasive way of arguing your own case but we typically don't take action on that.
However, when folks resort to profane name-calling -- even what may be relatively minor profanity in your mind -- you run the risk of some minor editing and, if it persists, some time away from the board.
When you write a post to another GopherHoler, consider the fact that (s)he is more likely than not a fan ... and write it so that you'd be okay with your child or parent reading your post. If you're convinced that the other poster is a troll, either ignore the post (preferred) but don't stoop to his/her level.
And if you run across a post to which you object, click on the triangle to the upper right of each post. That will flag it for the moderators to review and, if needed, take action.