FZ1inTX
Adminstrator
I posted this on the FZ6R site in response to a member who questioned the content of posting in a public form. I thought I'd share it here to see if you all agree.
First, I want to say that the following is not directed only to you but to ALL members reading this.
Yes, everyone has an opinion and everyone is more that welcome to state opinions here. We would NEVER deny that right.
The issue is when someone states their opinion and then starts defending it which causes arguments. Opinions shouldn't be defended. They should be stated and left to ponder. It is a statement by an individual which, in the eyes of that individual, is neither right or wrong. It is likely the person stating it will not change his mind AND also likely that the opinion will not change anyone else's mind, though sometimes it does because a person never viewed it that way.
Now, if people want to debate points, this is very different. Debates are based on factual information where two sides present a case and discuss the pros and cons of each side. We also have no problem with this in the forums.
What will not be tolerated is someone attacking another person's opinion in an attempt to force their own opinion on another member. This always results in bad posts, ill feelings, bad publicity and typically someone being banned because they couldn't just state their opinion and leave it at that.
Opinions welcome - State 'em if you've got 'em.
Debates are welcome. Quantify the side with links to factual information. Keep this gentleman/lady like and civil... like discussing the weather over coffee.
Arguments and personal attacks. Please be prepared to be shown the door. We do not want that here. If everyone has read the rules, then they are already aware of this.
I'm on 5 other forums. The Admin trusts the judgement of his staff here and there. His policy is to drop an apple the minute it turns bad, no questions. I like to give one chance to a member to apologize and clean up their act. I'd prefer the member humble themselves with an apology than ban them but sometimes it cannot be avoided.