SwAMi75
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Oops, I didn't realize he'd actually been banned. His member title is still "registered member." I wouldn't have bothered flaming him.
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I'm glad this thread didn't get deleted. Not because I like the political banter but because I now understand why another thread with MUCH more possibly inflammatory content was deleted. I HATED that other thread (entitled, "Please watch this..."), posted in it against my own better judgment, and now I'm glad it's dead. I have to agree that this forum is pretty damn civil, and it's almost TOO enjoyable - I spend WAY too much time here. Thanks, everyone, for making it so.
Yuri_Rage said:
Personally, I HATE deleting threads. I completely respect freedom of speech. However, political and religious threads will not stand here. I've never seen either of those two topics stay civil in 10+ years of surfing the internet.
I kept this one alive because I wanted to show an example of what not to do--specifically regarding PMs. The "P" in "Private" means exactly that--don't share it with parties that aren't part of the conversation between the PRIVATE messengers. It is rude and totally uncalled for.
In hindsight, I'm just really glad I was nice to him.
He got banned because he asked to be removed from the site. I'd have loved to have kept him around a while for you thugs to kick him around a bit.
It's only been a few days since we've had an incident, I know ya'll were getting antsy. Todd
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Dude said:Personally, I HATE deleting threads. I completely respect freedom of speech. However, political and religious threads will not stand here. I've never seen either of those two topics stay civil in 10+ years of surfing the internet.
I kept this one alive because I wanted to show an example of what not to do--specifically regarding PMs. The "P" in "Private" means exactly that--don't share it with parties that aren't part of the conversation between the PRIVATE messengers. It is rude and totally uncalled for.
In hindsight, I'm just really glad I was nice to him.
He got banned because he asked to be removed from the site. I'd have loved to have kept him around a while for you thugs to kick him around a bit.
Dude,
While I agree these types of threads can turn ugly, I think it is also of use to have some of these topics brought to others attention. Maybe let the thread start then lock it before arguing starts??
Todd
Todd said:
Why? What purpose does that serve?
If you really want to talk about politics, you can find hundreds of other forums and debate until your heart is content. Just my 2 cents.
2nd Street Brewery
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Dude, refer all political, religious and other hot topic debates over to the Greenboard's public house. The boys over there would love him
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Ize
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Yuri_Rage said:
It was everything I could do Monday night not to jump all over that thread. I literally had to get up and away from the computer. I don't freaking come here to get into politics. If I want to do that I'll go elsewhere. Leave the political agendas to the political boards.
Everyone has a right to say what they say and believe what they believe but there is a place for it. Stirring the pot at a site dedicated to brewing your own beer, (and drinking beer for that matter) is just a way of being a sh$% disturber. And if that's what someone is here to do, I have NO time for them.
End of rant.
Ize
It's hard, sometimes, to separate out drunken ramblings from political discussions, but I'm glad this board's policy is what it is. Hell, if I knew your personal politics, I problably wouldn't like half you mo'fos
Ize said:It was everything I could do Monday night not to jump all over that thread. I literally had to get up and away from the computer. I don't freaking come here to get into politics. If I want to do that I'll go elsewhere. Leave the political agendas to the political boards.
Everyone has a right to say what they say and believe what they believe but there is a place for it. Stirring the pot at a site dedicated to brewing your own beer, (and drinking beer for that matter) is just a way of being a sh$% disturber. And if that's what someone is here to do, I have NO time for them.
End of rant.
Ize
I totally agree.
I'll say this again--if you guys ever see a questionable post/thread--report it. That will go directly to the e-mail of the moderators and we can take care of it quickly. When someone reports a thread to me, I immediately check it and then PM or e-mail the person that reported it to tell them what I am going to do with the thread--whether that is deleting it or letting it ride. I personally appreciate the "watch dog" approach because the mods can't be here 24/7 or see every single post.
the_bird said:It's hard, sometimes, to separate out drunken ramblings from political discussions, but I'm glad this board's policy is what it is. Hell, if I knew your personal politics, I problably wouldn't like half you mo'fos
That is exactly true, I believe.
And once we have 1 political discussion, then members start growing hate for one another and then we have a mess.
I live by this--if I don't like a thread (that is within the rules) I stay away from it. I'd much rather take the high road on the decoction issue (for example) than have someone (or me) get their undies in a bundle over it. People disagree. We've all done a great job of having each other's backs here.
Except when I give you crap about Brett Favre, but I've learned to let that go...
the_bird said:Except when I give you crap about Brett Favre, but I've learned to let that go...
I told you before--you can talk as much smack as you want, just start your own "football smack talk" thread for it. Then I'll kick you in the nuts over Steve Grogan and Tony Eason all day long.
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I appreciate the forum policy forbidding political discussion. I think all of the moderators here do a great job keeping discussions on track.
What I like best about this forum is that it is about home brewing and beer. I think it is extraordinary that everyone is so willing to share their experiences, ask questions, and help others. It truly spreads and advances the art of home brewing, IMO.
What I like best about this forum is that it is about home brewing and beer. I think it is extraordinary that everyone is so willing to share their experiences, ask questions, and help others. It truly spreads and advances the art of home brewing, IMO.
Baron von BeeGee
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You talkin' to me? Are you talkin' to me?Dude said:
Or Kai??
Baron von BeeGee said:You talkin' to me? Are you talkin' to me?
Or Kai??
You wanna go?
Dude said:You wanna go?
MOD FIGHT! MOD FIGHT!
Dude said:You wanna go?
Can't you guys wait until the mod confrence in January? Then we can settle all our disputes like men did in the old days - Jenga Tournament!
BTW Mods: Have we decided which island in the south pacific we're renting for this yet?
Is that where my $15 went?
See if *I* ever upgrade to Platinum!
See if *I* ever upgrade to Platinum!
My cash went towards Txbrew's 'calf implants'. I never saw any pictures but I'm sure one of the mods can take a quick pic for me of his improved 'lower leg manliness' as they soak up the Sun on the private island....the_bird said:
Baron von BeeGee
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No, we already spent that on tequila.the_bird said:
Baron von BeeGee said:
And we are going to add that to BOSTONBREWIN's IPA and call it Te-GEEZA....LOL.
Baron von BeeGee
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LOL! Maybe I should have brought a fifth to his house the other evening.
TxBrew
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Caplan said:My cash went towards Txbrew's 'calf implants'. I never saw any pictures but I'm sure one of the mods can take a quick pic for me of his improved 'lower leg manliness' as they soak up the Sun on the private island....
How the hell did you find out? We must have a snitch on our hands!
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