Comment on Etiquette

[rjwilliams11741]

Note "Tech Talk" post titled Insurance Again. I really don't appreciate people putting political statements on the Forum. If I wanted that I sign on to a political web site or blog. Is this appropriate?

[Genesis]

I think this is an interesting question.

The message you refer to is not a message, but a signature. It contains one line that could be considered a political statement.

It is, for all intents and purposes, similar to a "McCain 08" line in one's signature.

As a moderator, I have no position; I find nothing offensive in one line in a signature that says "Nobama 08" any more than I'd find one offensive that says "Nocain 08".

If Sam's/Doug wishes to make a call on this, I will (as a moderator) enforce their desires. Clearly off-color and offensive material has (and will continue to) result in the posting(s) in question being moved and, if necessary, the user(s) responsible being restricted.

[krush]

I really don't appreciate people putting political statements on the Forum.

Then don't read and/or ignore said statements. Simple solution.

[Angela]

If you don't like someone's signature, you can go into User CP, then go to "Buddy/Ignore List" and put the member's name you find offensive in the ignore category, and you won't ever have to see it again. No need to create a debate over it.

If one is offended by a single line in a signature, I take it that person joined the forum after the Bird's beak was wired shut?

[yachtsmanbill]

I most wholeheartidly appologize for any misconstruation that my signiture line has caused. Anyone who knows me, knows I give a rats ass in hell about politics Ricky. I refuse to register AND vote, so therefore I have NO SAY whatsoever in how this country is run (or performs for that matter).
I will let the Illuminati decide how my life will be run, and when Ive had enough, its AMF. FWI... so you dont wet yer pants, that Adios Mas Fuerte.
Gotta go for now, its the other big weekend for the yacht here. To bad I'll miss the news about RAY NAGGIN, AL SHARPTON, JESSE JACKSON, et al... Im sure theyll all be marchin' about McCain sidin' wid dat female from ALAKSKA <<< check that spelling!
Hey everybody, enjoy your Labor Day weekend! I will truly pray for anyone thats in the paths of these storms coming ashore, and re-iterate my offer that if it does become as bad as post Katrina and need a place to stay for a month or more, you are welcomed here. IRREGARDLESS of any political leanings! ws

[yachtsmanbill]

To the MODS here... now that Ive vented and relaxed my pucker string, please feel free to edit any language or words that you may feel could be offensive to anyone here.
Invoking my right to freedom of speech, I do request however, that you leave the subject matter in situ.
IANSDFMSB ! (I am now stepping down from my soap box) WS

[SKYCHENEY]

Signature lines have always been something here that was pretty open. I have seen Biblical quotes, political messages, and even advertising of one's own website in the signatures. They really don't detract from the content of the post as they are limited in size. I may not agree with the messages or I may love them. All it does is let a reader know a little bit more about the poster. This may be helpful because if it makes you think that the guy is a complete idiot, you probably will ignore most of what he posts (this is not directed toward anyone specifically, of course).