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Julia said:
I think similarly, jb, especially regarding a couple of people who let us know they were struggling with depression.

This is where I'd hope we could maybe modify some of the personal attacks and insults. It's so easy to toss out personal criticisms (as distinct from arguing the topic), and we just never know what emotional or other difficulties any poster may be trying to cope with at any time.

But perhaps I'm wrong here. I suppose a stock forum isn't an emotional support organisation. I'd be interested in the view of others on this.
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So true sometimes people can use the forum as an emotional outlet like this thread which is a classic for those new to the forum.

I can't complain though this is one of the most fairly moderated forum that I'm a member of, It would be nice to hear from lost members just to say there ok.:)
 
trainspotter said:
What the hell happened to nunthewiser? One minute he was here critiquing the sleepy koalas dipped in molasses and then *POOF* he was gone? :confused:
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I received the folllowing message from a relaibla source.....

Re: Nunthewiser

"Hi Nulla

Banned for all time. Apparently Joe banned him for a month for a series of infractions or something, suggesting he think about whether he could moderate his attitude, nunthewiser came back at Joe with a stream of obscene language, so Joe banned him for life.

Cheers"

So there you go...
 
That is exactly what is wrong with these forums, moderators take it upon themselves to dish out whatever punishment they like.
The exact same thing happened on another forum I WAS a member of. One of the most learned members upset a moderator, he was banned I also left in support of him and now the forum thread is full of despairing members who don't get the technical support.
Well I hope the moderator that banned Nunthewiser, has a good think about it, because there is no way he alone should have the right to ban someone. Especially if it was personal abuse and not public abuse.
I for one would think the moderator in question is an **** whole and sum.
 
sptrawler said:
That is exactly what is wrong with these forums, moderators take it upon themselves to dish out whatever punishment they like.
The exact same thing happened on another forum I WAS a member of. One of the most learned members upset a moderator, he was banned I also left in support of him and now the forum thread is full of despairing members who don't get the technical support.
Well I hope the moderator that banned Nunthewiser, has a good think about it, because there is no way he alone should have the right to ban someone. Especially if it was personal abuse and not public abuse.
I for one would think the moderator in question is an **** whole and sum.
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If I may add my 2C. This is an example of most members only seeing half the picture. You would not believe the crap that Mods suffer at the hands of the occasional member who do not abide by the philosophy of ASF. We do have a 'delete' function that means you do not see the worst personal abuse that is thrown about. If someone is banned, for any reason, you can be guaranteed that they have disregarded basic ASF posting rules either consistently, or so severely it's totally unacceptable.
 
Well kennas, if you have a blue with a moderator, and keep it off the front page of the forum e.g use the p.m function.
It should not be up to the descretion of that moderator alone, to ban the member.
It should have to be counter signed by a second moderator, at least then, there is a degree of impartiality and arbitration.
Everyone has a brain snap occasionally.
 
sptrawler said:
Well kennas, if you have a blue with a moderator, and keep it off the front page of the forum e.g use the p.m function.
It should not be up to the descretion of that moderator alone, to ban the member.
It should have to be counter signed by a second moderator, at least then, there is a degree of impartiality and arbitration.
Everyone has a brain snap occasionally.
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Ermmmmmmmm ....... Joe Blow is the owner of the site. The last person you want to hurl expletives at is the person who runs the show.

In saying that nunthewiser has a certain vernacular that leans towards the blue side on occasion. I guess this is why I like him. :D

I also agree with Kennas on this matter. There have been ASF members who have pushed the envelope and have been suitably banned for hysterical rants as well as downright vitriolic attacks on unsuspecting members.

Just drink the Koolaid sptrawler and everything will be OK :cool:
 
kennas said:
If I may add my 2C. This is an example of most members only seeing half the picture. You would not believe the crap that Mods suffer at the hands of the occasional member who does not abide by the philosophy of ASF. We do have a 'delete' function that means you do not see the worst personal abuse that is thrown about. If someone is banned, for any reason, you can be guaranteed that they have disregarded basic ASF posting rules either consistently, or so severely it's totally unacceptable.
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Thanks, kennas. This is absolutely as I understand what happens on ASF.
Far from criticising actions by moderators, or perhaps the owner of the site, we should be thankful that some standards are maintained.

sptrawler said:
Well kennas, if you have a blue with a moderator, and keep it off the front page of the forum e.g use the p.m function.
It should not be up to the descretion of that moderator alone, to ban the member.
It should have to be counter signed by a second moderator, at least then, there is a degree of impartiality and arbitration.
Everyone has a brain snap occasionally.
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SP, you're perhaps quite misunderstanding the process of someone being banned.
As far as I understand it, it simply doesn't happen before a member has received various warnings. I doubt very much that anyone has ever banned from ASF on the basis of a "brain snap".
As Kennas says, we simply are not aware of all that goes on behind the scenes.

It should have to be counter signed by a second moderator, at least then, there is a degree of impartiality and arbitration.
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How do you know this has not happened? You are absolutely jumping to conclusions with no proper basis.

I have absolutely enough faith in Joe to know that he would not ban anyone without sustained and very good reason.
His moderators will be doing likewise.

Let's remember that this is Joe's site and he is absolutely entitled to ban anyone he sees fit, and to have his moderators do likewise.
 
trainspotter said:
Ermmmmmmmm ....... Joe Blow is the owner of the site. The last person you want to hurl expletives at is the person who runs the show.

In saying that nunthewiser has a certain vernacular that leans towards the blue side on occasion. I guess this is why I like him. :D

I also agree with Kennas on this matter. There have been ASF members who have pushed the envelope and have been suitably banned for hysterical rants as well as downright vitriolic attacks on unsuspecting members.

Just drink the Koolaid sptrawler and everything will be OK :cool:
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OH:eek:
 
Folks

Have you heard of Kauri ?
He has been an excellent contributor with regular chart and educative postings.
I have not heard or seen him in ASF probably now for two years.
Where is cuttlefish, YT (I miss him because I like variety in spite of the fact he was very abusive to my posting (and me in ASF GCR thread) in early days of my joining.
 
trainspotter said:
Ermmmmmmmm ....... Joe Blow is the owner of the site. The last person you want to hurl expletives at is the person who runs the show.

In saying that nunthewiser has a certain vernacular that leans towards the blue side on occasion. I guess this is why I like him. :D

I also agree with Kennas on this matter. There have been ASF members who have pushed the envelope and have been suitably banned for hysterical rants as well as downright vitriolic attacks on unsuspecting members.

Just drink the Koolaid sptrawler and everything will be OK :cool:
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I've known nunthewiser for many years and know he can be outspoken. However I have never been on the recieving end of his occaisional bursts of vitriol.
He has received infractions before. We don't know the extent to which he pushed the envelope with Joe on this occaision but it is not for us to call the shots.

Joes site, Joes rules, not hard to understand.

Maybe with some time under everyones belts, perspective can be reviewed and "life time ban" can be reduced. You don't get life for murder these days, only in marriage :) .
 
This is a "stock Forum " community
Nun in my view contributed little.
Didn't mind him--- harmless enough but if you start dishing out rubbish to the guy who pays the bills then a life an is reasonable.
I'm sure he'll find a way to log back on.
 
Julia said:
I think similarly, jb, especially regarding a couple of people who let us know they were struggling with depression.

This is where I'd hope we could maybe modify some of the personal attacks and insults. It's so easy to toss out personal criticisms (as distinct from arguing the topic), and we just never know what emotional or other difficulties any poster may be trying to cope with at any time.

But perhaps I'm wrong here. I suppose a stock forum isn't an emotional support organisation. I'd be interested in the view of others on this.
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As usual, you're very insightful Julia.

I am personally acquainted with a number of people whom suffer chronic illnesses and are virtually housebound as a result. For such people internet forums on topics of common interest can provide a certain level of interaction with society. Unfortunately, such people due to their circumstances are often emotionally sensitive. Whilst I understand that this could be a significant impost on the moderators, hosts and other participants, the immense value of forums such as these as a means of inclusion within society cannot be overlooked.

The patient and tolerant efforts of the host/s, moderators and guests of this forum is highly commendable. It has not gone unnoticed. To date I've experienced more tolerance than perhaps was warranted given the explosive nature of several of my posts. I value the freedom of expression that this forum grants and genuinely hope that I haven't scared anyone away.

I think this forum is fantastic because of the way everyone can debate and banter on controversial topics whilst enjoying the protection of altruistic moderation. Whilst I understand the importance of maintaining harmony, I would hate to see the tolerance level lowered to the point of hasty exclusion as I fear that I might render myself ineligible or possibly find that certain very colourful and entertaining posters are no longer amongst our ranks.

I thank you all for your patient tolerance as I know I've "pushed the envelope" on a few too many occasions in recent times.

I love this forum and applaud all for having done such a great job. Let's keep the baby and try to manage the bathwater as well as we can.

Well done to all ASFers!

and

"Long live ASF!"
 
Looks like we have developed out own peers and become groupie's to them.
Like Paris Hiton fans

Me I like Glen 48 he seems to be caring, on the ball, greatest bloke I know.
 
Glen48 said:
Looks like we have developed out own peers and become groupie's to them.
Like Paris Hiton fans

Me I like Glen 48 he seems to be caring, on the ball, greatest bloke I know.
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I prefer Glen20 myself it keeps the room fresh and germ free..
 
Not checked the thread but Gumbylearner seems to have dissappeared.

He had some very interesting insights on world economics and is a qualified solicitor. Think he lives in South Korea which probably gave that other perspective.
 
Does anyone know what happened to Prospector? Havent seen that name on the threads for years
 
where is Trader Paul and his predictions in Astrology ? It was good fun to read those funny one sided mails but now I am missing his posts
Cuttlefish is missing and so are there.
In all ASF is behind the top position because of many good posties are just not there.
 
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