Warpath Myth vs. Reality

[paulskinsfan]

So if mod speculates and thinks a thread is going to create a debate that is already being discussed he or she can shut it down immediately? I was told if I started the "I hate Kool Aid Drinkers" thread, that it would not be shut down (see postings above). What's the difference?

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by paulskinsfan

So if mod speculates and thinks a thread is going to create a debate that is already being discussed he or she can shut it down immediately? I was told if I started the "I hate Kool Aid Drinkers" thread, that it would not be shut down (see postings above). What's the difference?

Well for one thing you'd clearly be starting the "I Hate Kool Aid Drinkers" thread to incite, not necessarily to debate right? Particularly with that title.

However, I locked it (as I and Tripp have pointed out) to try to keep the site clean by minimizing the number of essentially duplicate threads.

[paulskinsfan]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Well for one thing you'd clearly be starting the "I Hate Kool Aid Drinkers" thread to incite, not necessarily to debate right? Particularly with that title.

However, I locked it (as I and Tripp have pointed out) to try to keep the site clean by minimizing the number of essentially duplicate threads.

The thread poked fun at Gibbs for his vocabulary. Many threads debated whether or not Gibbs has been a good coach or made good personnel moves, but this one merely made fun of the man's press conferences, so why wasn't it unique?

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by paulskinsfan

The thread poked fun at Gibbs for his vocabulary. Many threads debated whether or not Gibbs has been a good coach or made good personnel moves, but this one merely made fun of the man's press conferences, so why wasn't it unique?

I anticipated what it would inevitably segue into. It was a judgment call, but sometimes mods have to make judgement calls.

I'd like to think that I have more often than not made good judgement calls

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by paulskinsfan

The thread poked fun at Gibbs for his vocabulary. Many threads debated whether or not Gibbs has been a good coach or made good personnel moves, but this one merely made fun of the man's press conferences, so why wasn't it unique?

The link is still there for all to see. With all the Gibbs stuff flying around, it's just not necessary to have another 100 posts on a new thread. I personally think it's a funny link, but not worth it's own thread, at least not this week. Any other week when the Gibbs subject matter around here isn't so volatile and my guess is the thread wouldn't have been closed. It's SS call to make, and it's the right one.

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by GMScud

The link is still there for all to see. With all the Gibbs stuff flying around, it's just not necessary to have another 100 posts on a new thread. I personally think it's a funny link, but not worth it's own thread, at least not this week. Any other week when the Gibbs subject matter around here isn't so volatile and my guess is the thread wouldn't have been closed. It's SS call to make, and it's the right one.

Well I reopened it. Quite honestly I'd be pleasantly surprised if it stays on topic, but I'll give it a shot.

Still think the assumption that I locked it because it's negative is pretty ignorant but whatever

[GhettoDogAllStars]

@paulskinsfan:

Just so you know, you would have CERTAINLY been banned for AT LEAST 2 weeks if you questioned the mods' decisions on that Tampa Bay board, like you have with the Gibbs Vocab thread. It could have even been a 3 month ban -- they hand 'em out like candy. Just the simple fact that you can have the discussion with the mods about that thread, and why it was locked, speaks volumes about their leniency and fairness. And, they even re-opened it! What does that tell you?

[paulskinsfan]

Originally Posted by GhettoDogAllStars

@paulskinsfan:

Just so you know, you would have CERTAINLY been banned for AT LEAST 2 weeks if you questioned the mods' decisions on that Tampa Bay board, like you have with the Gibbs Vocab thread. It could have even been a 3 month ban -- they hand 'em out like candy. Just the simple fact that you can have the discussion with the mods about that thread, and why it was locked, speaks volumes about their leniency and fairness. And, they even re-opened it! What does that tell you?

I agree with you Ghetto. Although Ive knocked heads many many times with SS and Matt, they have always allowed different voices to be heard as long as there is at least some rational thought behind the voices. I must admit, when the thread was reopened, and I saw the first few responses, I thought that SS was going to be right. It looked like it would just turn into a Gibbs debate again, and in fact there were anti and pro Gibbs posts. I was just about to PM SS as well as post here and ask SS to re-lock, and admit I was wrong. Luckily, several others saw the spirit of the thread, and I think its back on track. Im actually looking forward to the Gibbs press conference win or lose to get some more quotes. Of course if they win, Im outta here for 2 weeks per my bet with SS.

[beau_str]

i post very rarely but the threads are getting ridiculouls. i have learned to only pabuty attention to who posts the threads. there are alot of post whores here but i really like taking a look at all opinions. i had a very bitter dispute with someone a while ago and they were banned for asking my address to kick my ass and that is out of like for a difference of opinion. i have also been on long enouph to know banned peeps are only out for being vulgar or atacking members. that's the only reason you will be kicked so if you are not vulgar or attacking fellow skins why does it affect you?

[beau_str]

and appoligize for spelling, wow. i would not win a 3rd grade spelling bee.

[MTK]

Should have left it locked.

[hurrykaine]

This is a great skins site. Kudos to the mods for a fantastic job running it. There are fans as well as fanatics on here. I don't post on here often, and when I do post, I often disagree/argue with mods and fanatics alike. Love the kool aid vs anti kool aid perspectives and banter that goes on.

I initially didn't see the need for this "put things in perspective" thread, but it does serve a huge purpose. We're all at our cantankerous best after a loss, especially a loss in a season following a losing season, and especially in a season following a losing season that in turn followed a playoff season. No matter how much we regard/disregard individuals that play, coach, or manage the organization, we're all linked by our desire to see the Skins be great again.

Fuck the Tampa Bay Bucs site and the mods that run it and I resent the fact that The Warpath was ever mentioned in the same breath.

[paulskinsfan]

Ok, I read your post several times, and it is ambiguous at the best. I guess you are basing your 2 weeks from Fri. after Thanksgiving language on the following:

"With next week being Thanksgiving week, who knows how much you were going to post anyway or how much I'm going to be on the site. I want two solid weeks."

If that was always your intent, then fine, I don't mind changing. But Im tellin ya, you'd make a horrible lawyer!

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by paulskinsfan

Ok, I read your post several times, and it is ambiguous at the best. I guess you are basing your 2 weeks from Fri. after Thanksgiving language on the following:

"With next week being Thanksgiving week, who knows how much you were going to post anyway or how much I'm going to be on the site. I want two solid weeks."

If that was always your intent, then fine, I don't mind changing. But Im tellin ya, you'd make a horrible lawyer!

I could just ban you now

Seriously though, I don't recall ever stating specifically when the two week ban would begin. It could be mid April for all you know.

It may be a moot point anyway.

Anyhow, please consult my law team of JoeRedskin, Sheriff Gonna Getcha, and um I know there's some other lawyer on here.

[BrudLee]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

I could just ban you now

Seriously though, I don't recall ever stating specifically when the two week ban would begin. It could be mid April for all you know.

It may be a moot point anyway.

Anyhow, please consult my law team of JoeRedskin, Sheriff Gonna Getcha, and um I know there's some other lawyer on here.

I spend a lot of time in court...