Debates/ Podium Discussions in Off-Topics

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I know we know longer have The Podium but I think the sames rules that applied there should apply to Off-Topics as well. If there is going to be debating there should be rules otherwise it is fighting and attacking and really you would think adults could have good point, counter-points discussions without all that. Here is the list of rules borrowed from another forum.

The following list is presented to be used as a guideline. It is impossible to list every rule so please use common sense when posting. The moderators reserve the right to delete any post the breaks one of the below rules or goes against the intent of ********** and the Podium. If you find one of your posts was removed, please send a PM to one of the moderators of the podium found at the bottom or the Podium forum list or by clicking here. Do not create a "why was my post deleted" thread.

1. No personal attacks are allowed. Personal attacks will be deleted. Controversial conversations always tend to get heated, so in order to enjoy the debates, personal attacks will NOT be tolerated. Personal attacks are considered to be, not not limited to, name calling, labeling (I.E. racist, bigot, etc), or negative comments directed at another member. This can also include the use of certain images and smileys such as crazy and sheep. Whether you call someone a sheep directly or imply it with the graphic, it is still an attack. In addition, if you see someone breaking a rule, use the mod alert button and please include comments as to what you think is the rule being broken if it is not clearly obvious. Calling someone a troll or other such term will get you a warning, so use the mod alert button instead.

2. Use common sense when posting. The same type of rules in the lounge apply to The Podium. No nudity, no heavy profanity (which is filtered anyway), no obscene photographs or pictures.

3. No complaining about politics in The Podium. That is what it is for. If you don't want to get involved in political debates, then feel free to leave The Podium and join any other forum on the site.

4. When beginning a new thread with an article, which is the preferred method, please be sure to link back to the original article. In addition, post the entire article or if it is too long to post, clearly indicate it is an excerpt. Thread titles are subject to the same rules as posts. To avoid any issues, we suggest using the article title being posted. If you choose to make up your own title, be sure it follows the rules of the forum (no trolling, attacking, etc). Blogs are highly discouraged, and video posting should be accompanied by an article when possible.

5. Please refrain from posting content from chain emails. Most chain emails have been proven to be untrue in some form or fashion, and they are simply not good sources for topics of debate. If for you some reason you just feel that you have to post this kind of stuff, please verify the contents with www.breakthechain.org or www.snopes.com. If proven untrue, just don't post it. Chain emails that are proven untrue will be deleted.

6. No spamming of the message boards. Spamming includes, but is not limited to, starting several new threads on the same topic and bumping several threads on similar subjects to the front page. If similar threads are active at the same time, one of the threads will be left open to continue discussions and all others will be closed. In addition, posting links to videos as a joke and/or insults will be considered spam.

7. No post-and-run. A post-and-run is someone who will continually post an article without offering their own thoughts or opinions or does not stick around to participate in the thread. The keyword is continually. We do not require opinions on every article, but it is recommended, but if this becomes an apparent trend, it will be stopped.

8. No trolling. There have been lengthy discussions on what is trolling. The official definition that we use is seen here.. You can also see a short list here of what we consider trolling.

The purpose of The Podium is to allow anyone and everyone to voice their opinions on controversial topics, without fear of censorship. If you have something to say, say it! If you have questions or need clarification on any of the above rules, or simply wish to ask if a post is OK before you post it, please PM a moderator. So now that you are here, why not step up to The Podium?!
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This can also include the use of certain images and smileys such as crazy and sheep.
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:hmmmm: You wouldn't be able to call someone crazy? :eek:

Could I call them old & delusional?:loco:

No sheep :sheep:, but would referencing a pig work?:piggy:

:thinking:I think I like the current rules just the way they are.....:yesnod:

It's a 'freebie' site with an 'off topic' area....not a 'debate site'.....JMO
 
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I think we should create a tab for people who want to create a separate idea thread.:wink:
 
Can we have an Adult only section for the sick and preverted? :pound:
 
where do i sign up!!!!!! tee hee!!!!!!! birds of a feather stick together
 
Someone just needs to create a forum just for saying what you think. You can't reply to their post but you can create your own post and rant about what they said.
Debates and arguments on here really only get people just being mean, when you should be using a little decorum. It is a public site and you do need to worry about offending someone.
 
hmmm...please explain the difference between "not replying to their post" and creating your own post to rant about what they said?
 
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hmmm...please explain the difference between "not replying to their post" and creating your own post to rant about what they said?
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I think the point is it would be a different thread instead of a continuation of the same thread.
 
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Bunch of perverts! Takes one to know one, I guess. :tongue::boogy:
 
Thread locked, please do not bump old threads with nothing new to add to the topic.
 
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