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12-02-2016, 10:48 AM
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Senior Member
Name: John
Trailer: '71 Boler, '87 Play-Mor II
Deep South
Posts: 1,261
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In response to the Rudolph thread and other polictical stuff
From time to time there are posts here that border political in nature whether intentional or not, jokingly or seriously in nature. I being an avid fiberglass rver do see some political threads which are beneficial and related to or have a direct impact on the rv lifestyle of particular importance to the rv community. I myself am guilty of a political post or two. While I respect the editorial aspects of the forum moderators, I do think that a certain amount of free speech, politically speaking, should be allowed for the specific benefit of how it relates to the rv community and lifestyle. With that said, I would ask that the moderators consider adding a specific forum category specifically for posts of this nature. This allows those users who don't want to partake in such political nature the option to not go to that category while allowing an open door those who wish to partake. Any post anywhere else can be simply relocated to that category rather than delete or close it...If you are a member here and support this idea please post so below so the forum moderators can consider those who support the freedom of speech regarding political posts related to the fiberglass rv community and lifestyle. Have a great day!
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12-02-2016, 10:56 AM
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Senior Member
Trailer: Trillium 2010
Posts: 5,185
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Sorry John but I think politics and religion are two areas to avoid on a forum specifically dedicated to the care and feeding of fiberglass RVs and there owners. The pot boils over too much for my taste as things are, no need to turn the heat up. Raz
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12-02-2016, 11:09 AM
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Senior Member
Name: Jon
Trailer: 2008 Scamp 13 S1
Arizona
Posts: 11,925
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This forum is not a public space. It is privately owned and controlled by the Community Rules (see bottom of the screen). It's been a while, but I'm pretty sure I clicked something acknowledging that when I activated my membership.
Here's an excerpt:
"Our philosophy is that we want the forum to be an online reflection of the RV'ing community. Treat each other with respect, just as you would around a campfire. Here are some general guidelines that we expect you to follow: - Our rules extend to all sections of the website including messaging functions, galleries and any other public or private posting.
- Personal attacks on others will not be tolerated. Challenge others' points of view and opinions, but do so respectfully and thoughtfully. Excessive sarcasm, belligerence, insults, profanity, anger, offensive comments about race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, and national origin, are not acceptable.
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12-02-2016, 11:13 AM
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Senior Member
Name: John
Trailer: '71 Boler, '87 Play-Mor II
Deep South
Posts: 1,261
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Okay guys point taken. All I was saying was to allow political posts that specifically relate to the rv community that have some benefit here i.e. legislation that affects the rv community
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12-02-2016, 11:37 AM
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Senior Member
Name: Jon
Trailer: 2008 Scamp 13 S1
Arizona
Posts: 11,925
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Johnny M
Okay guys point taken. All I was saying was to allow political posts that specifically relate to the rv community that have some benefit here i.e. legislation that affects the rv community
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The last blue highlighted bullet in the forum rules indicates political topics are allowed if (1) they relate to all-molded fiberglass towables, and (2) they do not become "disruptive," meaning rude or uncivil.
There have been a number of threads, for example, about governmental regulations related to tiny houses and RVs as alternatives to traditional housing. Some went on undisturbed for quite a while.
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12-02-2016, 11:46 AM
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Senior Member
Trailer: No Trailer Yet
Posts: 1,704
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I can see both sides and I personally do not like to get caught up (and wont if I can help it ) in these endless debates.
However! IF a moderator is going to close a thread because of it (crossing a religious or political line), then DELETE it! That thread, I would like to throw another "perspective" at it but cant and it's still there for all to see. So, if that "crossed the line" to which it obviously did to "Jim", then he should delete it in my opinion!
And hopefully, this will get posted before he/she closes this one as well!
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12-02-2016, 12:14 PM
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Senior Member
Name: Greg
Trailer: 2016 Escape 19
Tennessee
Posts: 264
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Darral T.
I can see both sides and I personally do not like to get caught up (and wont if I can help it ) in these endless debates.
However! IF a moderator is going to close a thread because of it (crossing a religious or political line), then DELETE it! That thread, I would like to throw another "perspective" at it but cant and it's still there for all to see. So, if that "crossed the line" to which it obviously did to "Jim", then he should delete it in my opinion!
And hopefully, this will get posted before he/she closes this one as well!
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I agree with my friend Darral.
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12-02-2016, 01:13 PM
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Administrator
Trailer: Argosy
Posts: 2,256
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The problem with forum areas for hot topics (like politics) is that they ALWAYS end up in heated discussions and polarize the community. This slops into other sections of the forum and this is the reason for the site rules we have in place. There are lots of great places in the ether to discuss politics and religion and these other topics but the thing this community shares in common is Fiberglass RVs. Let's focus on that which binds us and not the things that divide us.
Thanks for understanding.
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