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RE: listen- this hobby didn't get to where it is today by those who chose to 'conform' to a certain standard..

You said you believe "If it isn't "McCarthyism" it certaninly is a step in that direction IMO.." and asked "who determines".

To equate the owner of a site (or his proxies) who deletes someone's post or asks them to cease and desist with "McCarthyism" (or a step in that direction) is ludicrous. It's a privately owned site, and they can do whatever they want. The FORUM FAQ even has some guidelines for posting that includes:

"C. No flames, personal attacks or contentious off-topic comments: The idea is to make this a pleasant environment to discuss audio, not a schoolyard, or name-calling and rock-throwing festival."

and

"F. Watch your language. With the exception of the "Outside" forum, the Asylum is not a home for potty-mouths. Foul, offensive, or crude language is not welcome. ....."

If I open my house to my neighbors (for free)and one of them comes in and starts verbally assaulting another person there or using undue profanity - I'll ask them to leave. And if they don't, I'll throw them out. Is that a step towards McCarthyism?

The simple fact is, this is a privately owned and managed site. They can make whatever rules and judgments they want. Those who don't like those rules and judgments can leave. IMHO, Rod and the moderator team are usually extremely patient with people who don't abide by the forum rules - sometimes to a fault.

rlindsa

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  • RE: listen- this hobby didn't get to where it is today by those who chose to 'conform' to a certain standard.. - rlindsa 11:16:11 03/16/12 (1)
    • agree-nt - Green Lantern 12:13:25 03/16/12 (0)
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