MrBird Posted September 23, 2008 Share Posted September 23, 2008 Is this one of those forums where political discussions are frowned upon? Isn't there an election coming up? Who to vote for? Pros? Cons? Who are these people and why are they trying to take over the known free world? What's important to you? Or are you an oil monger? Or a nuclear fanatic? Or is it "the economy, stupid"? I have no idea who to vote for. They both scare me. Their running mates are even worse. So...spill it. Whatcha got? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eydawn Posted September 23, 2008 Share Posted September 23, 2008 Politics threads are not tabu. However, they often get locked quickly due to over-zealousness... kind of like religion threads. But by all means, go ahead, enjoy it while it lasts... Wendy CO EMT-B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ERDoc Posted September 23, 2008 Share Posted September 23, 2008 Another reason for the lack of political threads is our diverse membership. We have people from all over the world who will not be involved with the vote. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spenac Posted September 23, 2008 Share Posted September 23, 2008 You can post anything here as long as it agrees with my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dustdevil Posted September 23, 2008 Share Posted September 23, 2008 Is this one of those forums where political discussions are frowned upon? No. But intentionally trying to stir up shyte in a community you only just arrived in, without getting to know anything about it or it's citizens, is considered really poor behaviour, not just here, but on the Internet in general. So don't get all pissed off when you get exactly what you are asking for here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrBird Posted September 24, 2008 Author Share Posted September 24, 2008 Not a problem, Dust. I think I'm a little thicker skinned than some of the others who may stir the proverbial pot. Nor was I attempting to create any sort of mayhem and destruction. Simply looking for some intelligent discussion. So you're saying I came to the wrong spot? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrBird Posted September 24, 2008 Author Share Posted September 24, 2008 I should add, too, that I think the international input on national elections could be an eye opening discussion for many. I know my own views were pretty narrow until I started listening to and learning from friends who live in other countries. And, Dust, you will be proud to know that I *did* read the site rules before joining. I understand that's one of your pet peeves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dustdevil Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 So you're saying I came to the wrong spot? Not at all. This is as good a place as any. And kudos for asking ahead of time! It's just that we get so many thin-skinned people who come here, then are gone within 48 hours when we don't blow smoke up their arses, that I wanted you to be forewarned. You would think that anyone looking for political discussion on the Net would understand that, but it's amazing how often they don't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ERDoc Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 Not at all. This is as good a place as any. And kudos for asking ahead of time! It's just that we get so many thin-skinned people who come here, then are gone within 48 hours when we don't blow smoke up their arses, that I wanted you to be forewarned. You would think that anyone looking for political discussion on the Net would understand that, but it's amazing how often they don't. Well...in Whoville they say, That the Grinch's small heart Grew three sizes that day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dustdevil Posted September 24, 2008 Share Posted September 24, 2008 Okay, I'll kick things off. Watch this video! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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