Bob Macadoo Posted January 1, 2016 Report Posted January 1, 2016 The picture you are painting may be leading where you didn't want it to. If you can't resist his obvious trolling how can you hope to follow the rules to ignore his more nuanced and/or ignorant postings?
dialamah Posted January 1, 2016 Report Posted January 1, 2016 If you can't resist his obvious trolling how can you hope to follow the rules to ignore his more nuanced and/or ignorant postings? You think he knows he's trolling? I think he really believes this stuff he's writing, but then being a 'leftie' I'm probably just dumb and gullible, wide-eyed and believing everything someone says.
Bob Macadoo Posted January 1, 2016 Report Posted January 1, 2016 (edited) You think he knows he's trolling? I think he really believes this stuff he's writing, but then being a 'leftie' I'm probably just dumb and gullible, wide-eyed and believing everything someone says. No he's no different than BC. He has serious thought out posts occasionally; yet when challenged on his xenophobic topics reverts to trolling to distract. At least he only introduces his cultural generalizations when initiated by someone else. It's truly a gift when "Murica" is introduced when the topic is "tangerines". Edited January 1, 2016 by Bob Macadoo
Michael Hardner Posted January 1, 2016 Report Posted January 1, 2016 WCR's post needs to be addressed here. Regarding WCR's assertion that you are not permitted to speak up against bigotry: this is untrue. The moderators would never prevent expression of ideas on principle, assuming we're in the realm of legal and ethical communication. What IS prohibited is name-calling of 'bigot' in cases where it's not acknowledged that the person is a bigot. If you care so much about bigotry that you want to speak up against it then you should want to take the time to explain why bigotry is wrong. Name-calling doesn't achieve that, it just starts a flame war. So if you care about bigotry, then use arguments to explain why others' arguments are bigoted rather than taking the easy way out. Click to learn why Climate Change is caused by HUMANS Michael Hardner
eyeball Posted January 2, 2016 Report Posted January 2, 2016 You think he knows he's trolling? I think he really believes this stuff he's writing, but then being a 'leftie' I'm probably just dumb and gullible, wide-eyed and believing everything someone says.Which begs the question, why aren't you falling for what Argus says? A government without public oversight is like a nuclear plant without lead shielding.
On Guard for Thee Posted January 2, 2016 Report Posted January 2, 2016 Which begs the question, why aren't you falling for what Argus says? Not quite that dumb or gullible is my theory.
Argus Posted January 2, 2016 Author Report Posted January 2, 2016 Not quite that dumb or gullible is my theory. You're sure you're not selling yourself short? "A liberal is someone who claims to be open to all points of view — and then is surprised and offended to find there are other points of view.” William F Buckley
Ike Softner Posted January 2, 2016 Report Posted January 2, 2016 Congratulations to Kimmy on being named facilitator of this outstanding, award winning forum. What a great week, Kimmy! First Edmonton, now this. You must feel like you've won the lottery. All the best in your new yet most-important role. Apparently I'm a rebel. I kinda lIKE that label. Rebel Ike.
On Guard for Thee Posted January 2, 2016 Report Posted January 2, 2016 You're sure you're not selling yourself short? Not myself I'm selling.
kimmy Posted January 2, 2016 Report Posted January 2, 2016 Thanks! I'm excited to be helping out, Ike. A few points... this will be on a trial basis. I won't even have super-powers. I have been asked by Mike and Charles to help promote good discussion, discourage people from bad behavior, and generally be a snitch and goody two-shoes. I'd like to start the ball rolling on this by inviting everyone to tell us how they spent their Christmas break. Ike, why don't you share first? -k (╯°□°)╯︵ ┻━┻ Friendly forum facilitator! ┬──┬◡ﾉ(° -°ﾉ)
Argus Posted January 2, 2016 Author Report Posted January 2, 2016 Thanks! I'm excited to be helping out, Ike. A few points... this will be on a trial basis. I won't even have super-powers. I have been asked by Mike and Charles to help promote good discussion, discourage people from bad behavior, and generally be a snitch and goody two-shoes. I'd like to start the ball rolling on this by inviting everyone to tell us how they spent their Christmas break. Ike, why don't you share first? -k I spent it painting flies pink like progressive and then picking their wings off. Congrats on the gig! I look forward to your first PM telling me I have to rephrase something! "A liberal is someone who claims to be open to all points of view — and then is surprised and offended to find there are other points of view.” William F Buckley
bush_cheney2004 Posted January 2, 2016 Report Posted January 2, 2016 Thanks! I'm excited to be helping out, Ike. Congratulations, but does this mean you can't call me "Dick" anymore ? Economics trumps Virtue.
DogOnPorch Posted January 2, 2016 Report Posted January 2, 2016 Does this mean WiFi in the Cooler? A coffeemaker would be nice, too. Nothing cracks a turtle like Leon Uris.
dialamah Posted January 2, 2016 Report Posted January 2, 2016 Hey Kimmy, congrats or condolences, whichever you'd prefer. . I spent Xmas visiting sister from Egypt, son, daughter and grandkids, niece and her kids, and am currently on a ferry to visit another sister. I cooked a lot, baked a lot and ate too much. Pretty fine Christmas all round.
Ike Softner Posted January 2, 2016 Report Posted January 2, 2016 Thanks! I'm excited to be helping out, Ike. A few points... this will be on a trial basis. I won't even have super-powers. I have been asked by Mike and Charles to help promote good discussion, discourage people from bad behavior, and generally be a snitch and goody two-shoes. I'd like to start the ball rolling on this by inviting everyone to tell us how they spent their Christmas break. Ike, why don't you share first? -k I don't take breaks. This must be a highlight of your life, Kimmy. Facilitator of an internet forum . WHOA!!!!! Gives me goose bumps. Its's something, along with being a well known Hollywood celebrity that will elude me in life. Shucks. Apparently I'm a rebel. I kinda lIKE that label. Rebel Ike.
DogOnPorch Posted January 2, 2016 Report Posted January 2, 2016 I don't take breaks. This must be a highlight of your life, Kimmy. Facilitator of an internet forum . WHOA!!!!! Gives me goose bumps. Its's something, along with being a well known Hollywood celebrity that will elude me in life. Shucks. La pendule fait tic-tac-tic-tic Les oiseaux du lac pic-pac-pic-pic Glou-glou-glou font tous les dindons Et la jolie cloche ding-dang-dong Mais... boum! Quand notre coeur fait boum Tout avec lui dit boum Et c'est l'amour qui s'éveille! Nothing cracks a turtle like Leon Uris.
Ike Softner Posted January 2, 2016 Report Posted January 2, 2016 La pendule fait tic-tac-tic-tic Les oiseaux du lac pic-pac-pic-pic Glou-glou-glou font tous les dindons Et la jolie cloche ding-dang-dong Mais... boum! Quand notre coeur fait boum Tout avec lui dit boum Et c'est l'amour qui s'éveille! ROCK ON!! Apparently I'm a rebel. I kinda lIKE that label. Rebel Ike.
WestCoastRunner Posted January 2, 2016 Report Posted January 2, 2016 (edited) WCR's post needs to be addressed here. Regarding WCR's assertion that you are not permitted to speak up against bigotry: this is untrue. The moderators would never prevent expression of ideas on principle, assuming we're in the realm of legal and ethical communication. What IS prohibited is name-calling of 'bigot' in cases where it's not acknowledged that the person is a bigot. If you care so much about bigotry that you want to speak up against it then you should want to take the time to explain why bigotry is wrong. Name-calling doesn't achieve that, it just starts a flame war. So if you care about bigotry, then use arguments to explain why others' arguments are bigoted rather than taking the easy way out. This post is more about you defending your decisions then about me responding to posts that I disagree with. Edited January 2, 2016 by WestCoastRunner I love to see a young girl go out and grab the world by the lapels. Life's a bitch. You've got to go out and kick ass. - Maya Angelou
Ike Softner Posted January 2, 2016 Report Posted January 2, 2016 This post is more about you defending your decisions then about me responding to posts that I disagree with. Why don't the two of you just get along. Apparently I'm a rebel. I kinda lIKE that label. Rebel Ike.
On Guard for Thee Posted January 3, 2016 Report Posted January 3, 2016 La pendule fait tic-tac-tic-tic Les oiseaux du lac pic-pac-pic-pic Glou-glou-glou font tous les dindons Et la jolie cloche ding-dang-dong Mais... boum! Quand notre coeur fait boum Tout avec lui dit boum Et c'est l'amour qui s'éveille! Je pense vous etes un dindon.
Bob Macadoo Posted January 3, 2016 Report Posted January 3, 2016 Je pense vous etes un dindon. I think that's one of dem "idiosyncratic phrases". Doesn't have the same affect.
Ike Softner Posted January 3, 2016 Report Posted January 3, 2016 I think that's one of dem "idiosyncratic phrases". Doesn't have the same affect. Jungle is the honor roll. Apparently I'm a rebel. I kinda lIKE that label. Rebel Ike.
sharkman Posted January 3, 2016 Report Posted January 3, 2016 Thanks! I'm excited to be helping out, Ike. A few points... this will be on a trial basis. I won't even have super-powers. I have been asked by Mike and Charles to help promote good discussion, discourage people from bad behavior, and generally be a snitch and goody two-shoes. I'd like to start the ball rolling on this by inviting everyone to tell us how they spent their Christmas break. Ike, why don't you share first? -k A few months ago I messaged Greg with the deplorable state of the moderation on this site, after a post of mine was deleted, then reinstated, then again deleted as were several posts by other members complaining there was nothing wrong with it. Perhaps enough of us have been complaining about the haphazard moderating that something was finally done. Either way, I think any help you can give will be a big improvement on the 'moderating' team.
kimmy Posted January 4, 2016 Report Posted January 4, 2016 I don't take breaks. This must be a highlight of your life, Kimmy. Facilitator of an internet forum . WHOA!!!!! Gives me goose bumps. Its's something, along with being a well known Hollywood celebrity that will elude me in life. Shucks. My "facilitator" duty is to set a good example for other members. In this case, setting a good example means ignoring such obvious troll bait. Sorry, bro. -k (╯°□°)╯︵ ┻━┻ Friendly forum facilitator! ┬──┬◡ﾉ(° -°ﾉ)
kimmy Posted January 4, 2016 Report Posted January 4, 2016 Congratulations, but does this mean you can't call me "Dick" anymore ? That's correct, D-- uh .. Mr Cheney. -k (╯°□°)╯︵ ┻━┻ Friendly forum facilitator! ┬──┬◡ﾉ(° -°ﾉ)
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