OK, guess I'm going to have to quote myself here:
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Originally posted by DeltAlum
UNF_Pike was WAY over the line.
In terms of the guys (UNFSigmaChi and TKEwhatever) on the Gay post, at least SigmaChi is taking a moral stand with respect for other posters. TKE is pushing the limits, but at least is debating something he obviously feels strongly about.
I think both are misguided, but they are entitled to their opinions.
UNF_Pike was just being offensive. [/B]
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Somehow, I don't feel like that's defending TKE.
One final time -- UNF_Pike wasn't trying to make a point. He was just running off at the mouth. The other guys at least are making an argument. No matter how flawed.
Sorry if you don't understand what I'm trying to point out -- that may be my fault, or you may be reading more into a post than I mean.
In any event, please read this carefully:
I believe that UNF_Pike deserved to be banned. I would have no problem if TKEwhomever is banned as well -- but the intent will still be different. I've warned TKE of possible slander and I've advised him to dial back the rhetoric. (I've also subtley suggested Jono back away from their exchange) The difference still is that TKE, at least, is attempting to make a point -- no matter how wrong and how badly. UNF_Pike was just acting like a jerk. If TKE isn't banned, I believe it will be for that reason alone.
One more point. I said very early on that I have never asked for anyone to be banned. I still haven't. If you want to ask me if I think TKE should be banned, PM me or something. Or, if it happens, ask my opinion afterwards. I'm not interested in trying to affect that kind of decision.
As for the moderators, this is a lose/lose situation for them -- damned if they do, damned if they don't.
By and large I think they do a good job for a group of unpaid volunteers with fairly minimal guidelines (I suspect) and only good intentions to fall back on.
Perhaps it's time to agree to disagree and go on our way.