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04-14-2008, 11:11 PM | #61 |
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04-15-2008, 12:25 AM | #62 |
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Let me bring an amateur sociological perspective into this:
I think the points discussed here tap, in part, into what distinguishes this board from some others. There has been a kind of feeling here that people can say or do what they want, and don't have to self-censor (I don't mean this in a derogatory sense, but in the way that we all control our "ids" from time to time). On several occasions, I've seen people posting (actually boasting) that they were "outcasts" from other boards, getting kicked out or leaving because of censorship, causing too many problems with sponsors, or whatever the case was. Ultimately, this love fest of a thread is nice and all, but when you truly have a culture of "let 1,000 flowers bloom," and of having lax rules, then you are going to attract a number of "undesirables" who love nothing more than to bitch, and complain, and annoy us more "civilized" types. This culture also allows more "scalpers"--or those who are apparently trying to exploit rather than help others--than you see in some other places, which, of course, reinforces some of the other "undesirable" behavior that takes place here (conversely, I am a member of one board, in particular, where those who engage in selling practices that are allowed here [though silently frowned on by most of us, I would think] are often openly criticized by moderators and regular members). Personally, unless the people who tend to do this sort of thing leave, or are censored (as you have seen on other boards. . .), or unless some massive re-socialization of posters takes place (unlikely) I don't see anything changing. CIAD's first post was kind of vague, but if you do create a type of "institutional" change (changing the "rules of the game" here--i.e. deleting posts, suspending accounts, ruthlessly ganging up on offenders more than usual, etc.) then I expect we will see more of the same in the very near future. There has already been a strong undercurrent here of people who are fed up with the thoughtless blathering rants from the "I hate AFA and it should die, etc. etc.!" people, but this sentiment has not been enough to really curtail all this behavior, because, again, I think people here feel that they can say whatever the hell they want. So, at the risk of being vilified, I think that the only real way to change the way things are done here, is to change the culture, by changing the rules (not just by posting this thread). And if that happens, I think that a lot of people are going to get pissed off and are going to take their bags and go home. My 2 cents, anyway. |
04-15-2008, 12:31 AM | #63 |
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Mr. Ape Man has been off for years. I am glad you guys are all seeing what I've been seeing for the past few years.
And yes, I agree. Very well said sir. This place is fun to be, and it's nice to post here and talk to everyone about Joes. I've said this in every other post I've made here, but not everyone collects the same way, and that's the most important thing to remember here, especially when posting replies or comments concerning other members. My little Erick is all grown up... How cute! Also, as a side note, I say we all pitch in and buy Blue a spellchecker! |
04-15-2008, 02:33 AM | #64 |
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04-15-2008, 02:40 AM | #65 |
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I'm going APE SH**!!!! RRAARRUUGHHHH!!!
Kidding. Agreed in full. |
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04-15-2008, 02:58 AM | #66 |
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04-15-2008, 10:09 AM | #67 |
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On the other hand, though, one specific site whose forum is moderated by overzealous dicks also comes to mind. Nothing they've done to me, mind you, but that's not to say it wouldn't have happened if I was more active there. The way they approach conversations and treat their members is exactly why I never participated more. I won't name the site, because that wouldn't be fair, but I'm sure most people who've been collecting for a while can guess. I'm also fairly certain that some of the best contributors in these forums have been banned from that corner of the internerd. Quote:
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There has already been a strong undercurrent here of people who are fed up with the thoughtless blathering rants from the "I hate AFA and it should die, etc. etc.!" people, but this sentiment has not been enough to really curtail all this behavior, because, again, I think people here feel that they can say whatever the hell they want.
So, at the risk of being vilified, I think that the only real way to change the way things are done here, is to change the culture, by changing the rules (not just by posting this thread). And if that happens, I think that a lot of people are going to get pissed off and are going to take their bags and go home. My 2 cents, anyway. |
04-15-2008, 10:45 AM | #68 |
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Well said C.I.A.D...
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04-15-2008, 11:01 AM | #69 |
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K80, sorry for being vague.
Bottom line, Guys & Gals...."things they are a changing" We all (yes, all of us) need to treat each other with respect. Bottom line. We ned to display the same social skills we would in public here. I don't believe that the upper brass here ever intended for HissTank.com to be a militant site that encourages everyone to keep quiet unless their opinion reflects that of the staff. The upper brass also never intended to regulate people's "for sale" items and cost structure. That being said...as always, if "you" have an issue with a post, please report the aforementioned post so that the staff can address your concern(s). For those that like to "stir the pot", please note: as noted in the first post of this thread...enough is enough. Members will receive warnings. Failure to comply will result in temporary bans. If attitudes don't change, then a permanent ban will be issued. The rules here aren't much different than anywhere else. Treat people the way you want to be treated. |
04-22-2008, 10:27 PM | #70 |
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unfortunately, it seems this leason has been forgotten already :(
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