Kirk,
Good call but any threat is serious and I think you were too kind!
Man, this is only photography, it ain't worth getting so wrapped up in.
Kirk,
Good call but any threat is serious and I think you were too kind!
Man, this is only photography, it ain't worth getting so wrapped up in.
kirk
you should kick them out first offense
it isn't worth a second ..
john
I am with you on this one Kirk, although 30 years might be more appropriate. Thanks for taking on the job of moderator, and may this be the last ugly incident.
I have noticed, as have others, that anonymity somtimes leads to outrageous behavior on the part of some participants of this forum. I know that you have voiced your opinion on the use of pseudonyms in the past.
Oy veh... and all this time I thought we were all adults!
When we who were asked to serve on the APUG membership council were made known to all, there were some who decried us personally before any council action had ever been taken or even contemplated. I wonder if those who have issues with even the slightest whiff of what they perceive as "authority" just can't restrain themselves.
You've shown remarkable restraint. I hope your future acts of moderation are entirely without incident.
Anonymity sometimes leads to outrageous behavior, indeed, and I have always opposed it, but I can assure you that some individuals are quite capable of outrageous behavior even without the veil of anonymity.
Automatic permanent suspension should be the action given IMO.
No moderator or volunteer should ever have to put up with threats. Threats are an exhibit of antisocial behavior*. They do not contribute to the community at large and suck the kindness out of the very volunteers that make this forum one of the best on the net. PURGE THEM ALL!
*Antisocial behavior can be generally characterized as an overall lack of adherence to the social mores and standards that allow members of a society to coexist peaceably. According to some studies, individuals with antisocial behavior disorders are responsible for about half of all crimes committed, though they make up only about five percent of the population. (wisegeek.com)
Thing is, this kind of unacceptable behaviour is exactly WHY some of us prefer not to use our full names. It would be very difficult for this kind of nutcase to find my 'phone number and address as I am careful not to supply my surname, but with my full name and city location someone could easily find both.
I agree with everyone else, no 1-month ban: bounce him off permanently.
Bob.
You ought to put a large red B for "banned" next to their names. I know that things can get heated in the Lounge but to get personal is way out there.
Greg Lockrey
Wealth is a state of mind.
Money is just a tool.
Happiness is pedaling +25mph on a smooth road.
You ought to put a large red B for "banned" next to their names. I know that things can get heated in the Lounge but to get personal is way out there. And I'm with Frank, I'll gut 'em for ya.
Greg Lockrey
Wealth is a state of mind.
Money is just a tool.
Happiness is pedaling +25mph on a smooth road.
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