posted on Sep, 16 2008 @ 02:33 AM
I enjoy debating actual issues, and concrete factual subjects. However, I DO for one believe that a Candidate's Character is as important as the
issues which they stand upon. There is far too much Thread Closing going on in the Decision 2008 Forum, simply because some cannot agree on what an
issue actually is, much as you say "Dronetek".
In regards to Decision 2008 Threads, let me state a proposal here:
- Rumors without any factual basis should be Closed, or moved to "Political Conspiracies".
- Attacks on children should be Closed, Period.
- Attacks on religious beliefs should be Closed.
- If a Source consists solely of Tabloid Journalism, there should be a Special label given to the Thread denoting it as such.
- Character Issues should be allowed, granted that there is substantial evidence to call into account what is being debated (ie, Videos, Multiple MSM
Sources, etc.).
Then, while allowing these discussions, simply Close Posts which stray far off topic. Only close the entire Thread if Civility loses itself to
Complete and Utter Ignorance (ie, Name calling, Threats, etc.).
Although the Issues are truly of great importance, we must also remember that interpretations vary as to what composes a true "Issue". I do believe
this needs to be taken into account.