"jeffbert" wrote:It has come to my attention that some members have been rather disrespectful of others, & have insulted them or their views. The ones who insult or otherwise offend others are mostly young people, presumidly tweens or teenagers. While it may be acceptible discourse among others in your age group to insult one another, be aware that some members are older than you are, and thus, you should be respectful toward ALL OTHER MEMBERS.
At the very top of the Forum Rules and Posting Guidelines (which every member should read), is this:Respect the other members.
Do not flame, bash or insult the other members. Treat the other members with the same respect that you would expect from them. Remember, we are all from different nations, have different cultures, embrace different beliefs and are all entitled our own opinions. If you feel you cannot abide by this most basic rule, then please leave.
If you choose to exchange PMs with disrespectful things in them, fine; but keep the public forum clear this uncivil discourse.
I would really hate to resort to editing posts that do not respect other members, but if the alternative is to lose older members and have the forum dominated by whippersnappers who drive others away, it is either that, or ban the offenders. & I would tire quickly of editing offending posts!
Let me just say I hope it does not come to that. Be aware that I have begun discussing this with the other mods.
So, when you post, remember, Santa Claus sees you!
All responses should be directed to the Forum Moderators and Rules/Guidelines thread in the Astroboy Discussion area.