Guidelines

Below are two sets of standards—Forum Rules and Forum Guidelines—that govern participation in the Repolitics forum. Forum rules are firm requirements that can lead to post removal or banning if broken. Forum Guidelines are recommended best practices to keep discussions thoughtful and constructive.

Please review both sections before posting.

Legal Disclaimer

By posting, you take full responsibility for the content you share and agree to indemnify Repolitics in the event of legal action. You also grant Repolitics the right to use, reproduce, and display your contributions. We may disclose your identity if required by law.

FORUM RULES

Rule 1: Respect Privacy

Never share anyone’s personal or identifying information without their permission. Posts containing private communication (emails, phone numbers, addresses, etc.) will be removed to protect users’ privacy.

Rule 2: No Pornographic Content

Adult or pornographic content is prohibited. Any post containing explicit sexual images or descriptions will be removed. This is to ensure a respectful and comfortable environment for all participants.

Rule 3: Multiple Accounts & Proxies

One account per person. Creating multiple accounts will lead to an immediate ban. Using proxies or other methods to bypass a suspension or ban can result in permanent removal.

Rule 4: Advertising

These forums are not a sales platform. Linking to relevant external sites is fine, but direct selling or spamming is prohibited. If you wish to promote a political event (like a rally), please obtain moderator approval first.

Rule 5: No Plagiarism 

Plagiarism or copying entire works (articles, studies, images, or other media) without permission is strictly prohibited. Always credit original authors and provide relevant excerpts rather than wholesale copying.

Rule 6: No Forum Disruption or Badgering

Persistent attempts to derail discussions, flood threads with repetitive arguments, or badger other users will not be tolerated. Healthy debate is encouraged, but users who engage in harassment, excessive thread derailment, or deliberately provoke others may face moderation actions, including post removal or bans.

FORUM GUIDELINES

Guideline 1: Stay on Topic

Keep your discussion focused on the original subject. If you want to explore a new angle, please start a fresh thread rather than steering an ongoing conversation off track.

Guideline 2: Use Evidence & Clarity

Support your statements with reputable sources, and write in a clear, coherent manner. Well-structured points encourage more meaningful exchanges.

Guideline 3: Contribute Meaningfully

Avoid one-liners, and strive to add substance or ask questions that further the discussion. This helps maintain a thoughtful, respectful environment.

Guideline 4: Use Media Wisely

Only include images or videos if they genuinely enhance the conversation. Whenever possible, link to media rather than embedding it, to preserve readability and forum performance.

Guideline 5: Respect Intellectual Property

When quoting text from articles or studies, provide relevant excerpts and a clear citation or link to the source. Using another’s work responsibly shows respect for original creators and encourages more informed conversations.

Guideline 6: Moderator Oversight

Moderators will not censor you based on personal disagreement. However, they may remove content that violates the law, forum Rules, or these Guidelines. If you have questions about a moderator’s decision, feel free to contact them.

Guideline 7: Signatures

Signatures should be discreet, with no images and at most one URL. New members may add or edit a signature after making 10 posts. Keep them respectful and on-topic.

Guideline 8: Titles & Tags

Choose concise, descriptive titles for new threads and include relevant tags (where available). Moderators may edit titles or tags to improve clarity and organization.

Guideline 9: Insults & Civility

We strongly discourage insulting or inflammatory language. Though insults are not explicitly against the Rules, posts that resort to personal attacks may be ignored or lose credibility among other members. We encourage thoughtful, respectful dialogue to maintain a welcoming environment.