msj Posted October 29, 2012 Report Posted October 29, 2012 I see you have also learned nothing, too. Quote If a believer demands that I, as a non-believer, observe his taboos in the public domain, he is not asking for my respect but for my submission. And that is incompatible with a secular democracy. Flemming Rose (Dutch journalist) My biggest takeaway from economics is that the past wasn't as good as you remember, the present isn't as bad as you think, and the future will be better than you anticipate. Morgan Housel http://www.fool.com/investing/general/2016/01/14/things-im-pretty-sure-about.aspx
DogOnPorch Posted October 29, 2012 Report Posted October 29, 2012 I see you have also learned nothing, too. This isn't Lisa Simpson's science project involving Skinner boxes. I don't 'report' posters simply because I disagree with what they posted. Heck, I don't use it at all. Perhaps I should...seems to work. Quote Nothing cracks a turtle like Leon Uris.
bush_cheney2004 Posted October 29, 2012 Report Posted October 29, 2012 (edited) This isn't Lisa Simpson's science project involving Skinner boxes. I don't 'report' posters simply because I disagree with what they posted. Heck, I don't use it at all. Perhaps I should...seems to work. Alas, this is true. I have dishonoured myself by stooping to this loathsome tactic on two occasions, as true battle to the death in the coliseum of words is not permitted by forum rules. Just yesterday I had to exterminate a racial slur in such a manner. May the gods forgive me. Edited October 29, 2012 by bush_cheney2004 Quote Economics trumps Virtue.
Sleipnir Posted October 29, 2012 Report Posted October 29, 2012 Nor will every infraction be reported (it would overwhelm the mods anyways) Sheesh louise how many times a day do people click the report button? Quote "All you need in this life is ignorance and confidence; then success is sure." - Mark Twain
msj Posted October 29, 2012 Report Posted October 29, 2012 This isn't Lisa Simpson's science project involving Skinner boxes. I don't 'report' posters simply because I disagree with what they posted. Heck, I don't use it at all. Perhaps I should...seems to work. I've only reported posters because I thought they went way over the line and clearly violated the forum rules. I do think over the long run that this is beneficial as a whole. The rules are there for good reason and people are abusing them all the time. Of course, one could go to any prison in the world and find it full of innocent people too. As for my own reporting: I remember reporting one instance where I was directly involved which I have already mentioned on page one of this thread. I suppose you could say that I simply disagreed with that poster given that I prefer to actually be alive contra the posters' stated wishes. Quote If a believer demands that I, as a non-believer, observe his taboos in the public domain, he is not asking for my respect but for my submission. And that is incompatible with a secular democracy. Flemming Rose (Dutch journalist) My biggest takeaway from economics is that the past wasn't as good as you remember, the present isn't as bad as you think, and the future will be better than you anticipate. Morgan Housel http://www.fool.com/investing/general/2016/01/14/things-im-pretty-sure-about.aspx
msj Posted October 29, 2012 Report Posted October 29, 2012 Alas, this is true. I have dishonoured myself by stooping to this loathsome tactic on two occasions, as true battle to the death in the coliseum of words is not permitted by forum rules. Just yesterday I had to exterminate a racial slur in such a manner. May the gods forgive me. No, I think it is good that your reported that instance. CC changed the picture for good reason. Sure, I wish I could go back and do it differently too - I should have ignored you and simply pm'd CC and it would have been solved very quickly without all that ugliness. But hindsight's hindsight.... Quote If a believer demands that I, as a non-believer, observe his taboos in the public domain, he is not asking for my respect but for my submission. And that is incompatible with a secular democracy. Flemming Rose (Dutch journalist) My biggest takeaway from economics is that the past wasn't as good as you remember, the present isn't as bad as you think, and the future will be better than you anticipate. Morgan Housel http://www.fool.com/investing/general/2016/01/14/things-im-pretty-sure-about.aspx
TheNewTeddy Posted October 29, 2012 Report Posted October 29, 2012 Reports are the way the admins want the forum run. To oppose them is in effect breaking the rules. Quote Feel free to contact me outside the forums. Add "TheNewTeddy" to Twitter, Facebook, or Hotmail to reach me!
bush_cheney2004 Posted October 30, 2012 Report Posted October 30, 2012 No, I think it is good that your reported that instance. CC changed the picture for good reason. Your first response was "BFD", it's too faint to read. Sure, I wish I could go back and do it differently too - I should have ignored you and simply pm'd CC and it would have been solved very quickly without all that ugliness. Your relationship with other members is your business, but as related above, if you do the crime, expect to do the time. Mods don't have time to baby sit us for intent or context. Quote Economics trumps Virtue.
Sleipnir Posted October 30, 2012 Report Posted October 30, 2012 How long does 1 infraction last for? Quote "All you need in this life is ignorance and confidence; then success is sure." - Mark Twain
bush_cheney2004 Posted October 30, 2012 Report Posted October 30, 2012 How long does 1 infraction last for? Forever.......... Quote Economics trumps Virtue.
Sleipnir Posted October 30, 2012 Report Posted October 30, 2012 (edited) Forever.......... Really? I figured it would last for like 3 months or so.... Edited October 30, 2012 by Sleipnir Quote "All you need in this life is ignorance and confidence; then success is sure." - Mark Twain
Michael Hardner Posted October 30, 2012 Report Posted October 30, 2012 How long does 1 infraction last for? I have 1 warning point, that just passed it's 5th anniversary. Quote Click to learn why Climate Change is caused by HUMANS Michael Hardner
guyser Posted October 30, 2012 Report Posted October 30, 2012 I have 1 warning point, that just passed it's 5th anniversary. Where would find these so called 'warning points' ? Quote
Michael Hardner Posted October 30, 2012 Report Posted October 30, 2012 I see them on 'my profile' under my avatar Quote Click to learn why Climate Change is caused by HUMANS Michael Hardner
eyeball Posted October 30, 2012 Report Posted October 30, 2012 (edited) Where would find these so called 'warning points' ? You can't see other forum member's warning points, only you can see your own under the number of posts you've written. Here's what I see in my case. 10,151 posts 2 warning points Gender:Male Location:Earth I can also click on the 2 warning points to see the nature and details of why when and so on of the warnings. Edited October 30, 2012 by eyeball Quote A government without public oversight is like a nuclear plant without lead shielding.
Guest American Woman Posted October 30, 2012 Report Posted October 30, 2012 (edited) Where would find these so called 'warning points' ? In your profile, under your image, as well as to the left of your posts:. guyser Senior Member image Members 9,162 posts [warning points] Edited October 30, 2012 by American Woman Quote
guyser Posted October 30, 2012 Report Posted October 30, 2012 Why thank you for that! Never looked under there. Hmm....i have a few....must behave ... Quote
DogOnPorch Posted October 30, 2012 Report Posted October 30, 2012 I got one warning point for not using quotes...and another warning point for using full quotes. Quote Nothing cracks a turtle like Leon Uris.
GostHacked Posted October 30, 2012 Report Posted October 30, 2012 I got one warning point for not using quotes...and another warning point for using full quotes. So much for consistent moderation. Quote
bush_cheney2004 Posted October 30, 2012 Report Posted October 30, 2012 (edited) I wonder if the Mods would mind if we all posted our warnings in a dedicated thread? We could reminisce about old battles, insults, and misunderstandings, and more importantly, profile the kind of behaviours that incur the wrath of the MLW gods. Anybody interested in airing dirty laundry? I'll show you mine if you show me yours. Edited October 30, 2012 by bush_cheney2004 Quote Economics trumps Virtue.
DogOnPorch Posted October 30, 2012 Report Posted October 30, 2012 I wonder if the Mods would mind if we all posted our warnings in a dedicated thread? We could reminisce about old battles, insults, and misunderstandings, and more importantly, profile the kind of behaviours that incur the wrath of the MLW gods. Anybody interested in airing dirty laundry? I'll show you mine if you show me yours. You know there's a reason one doesn't tug on Superman's cape...you devil. Quote Nothing cracks a turtle like Leon Uris.
bush_cheney2004 Posted October 30, 2012 Report Posted October 30, 2012 You know there's a reason one doesn't tug on Superman's cape...you devil. Good point...but I was just trying to provide "transparency" and "sunshine" to the process. Another member is big on transparency! Quote Economics trumps Virtue.
DogOnPorch Posted October 30, 2012 Report Posted October 30, 2012 Good point...but I was just trying to provide "transparency" and "sunshine" to the process. Another member is big on transparency! I have nothing against Greg or Charles...they just react. It should just be made aware that certain posters are only too willing to try and stifle our voices via the report button and not lose any sleep over their actions. Quote Nothing cracks a turtle like Leon Uris.
Mr.Canada Posted October 30, 2012 Report Posted October 30, 2012 I get insulted personally darn nearly every time I post anything at all. I've given up reporting it long ago. I just take it as part in parcel of posting a right wing position in a left wing world. Quote "You are scum for insinuating that isn't the case you snake." -William Ashley Canadian Immigration Reform Blog
bush_cheney2004 Posted October 30, 2012 Report Posted October 30, 2012 I have nothing against Greg or Charles...they just react. It should just be made aware that certain posters are only too willing to try and stifle our voices via the report button and not lose any sleep over their actions. Roger that.....I just figure that "peace and order" are the prime directive, so they gotta do what they see fit, regardless of the circumstances. I think we know who the button pushers are, so I will just avoid them as best I can. Besides, I'm beginning to like the Cooler! Quote Economics trumps Virtue.
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