jt1 Posted August 22, 2005 Share Posted August 22, 2005 I don't think posts should be deleted because someone might find them offensive. That is a slippery slope we need to avoid. Somewhere, there is someone who might find almost any post offensive- and to try to humor them in the interest of being PC is a waste of time. If you're that thin skinned you need to get a life. There's probably no doubt I have offended a few stupid newbies/nonsearchers with my posts, but they just need to follow the rules of the site and we'll get along fine. We may not always agree, but we'll get along. I'm in favor of banning P&R. Most people have their minds firmly made up on these subjects, and are not going to change them. It usually becomes an argument for the sake of arguing, and gets heated and personal, which is a bad thing. I have good friends I don't agree with on P&R, but we know where we stand, don't stir things to see if it will stink, and we remain close friends. We are primarily here to discuss Z's plus the occasional interesting/funny occurance, and that should be the main focus of the site. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nismo280zEd Posted September 6, 2005 Share Posted September 6, 2005 I personally think this was long overdue. While I greatly enjoy political debates' date=' I also think that certain things have there own place. The site is called HybridZ, which for me is a place to unwind and discuss tech or fun issues related to our common hobby and escape from the more stressful aspects of life (virtual sanctuary). There are other sites for political debates and there are much better political news sources than HybridZ. I think we should stick to what we do best on this site. I vote to keep the “realities†of everyone’s political and religious perspectives/biases separate from this nice technically oriented and fun Z site.[/quote'] I agree completly... this site is for technical knowledge Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Phil1934 Posted September 7, 2005 Share Posted September 7, 2005 If you do want a political discussion, try this drag site under Not Necessarily Racing http://drr.infopop.cc/groupee/forums/a/cfrm/f/4976075 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Zendo Posted September 12, 2005 Share Posted September 12, 2005 Can somebody provide me a copy with the contents of such "heated" discussions that all of you guys are talking about? ...well...if it is possible. Are we experiencing some kind of self-repressive control because all of those kids with body of men took a crap in the 'middle' of the room? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnc Posted September 12, 2005 Author Share Posted September 12, 2005 I think we deleted or closed most of then. Search. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
74_5.0L_Z Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 What if we declare HybridZ a religion? Can we get tax breaks? Does that make SuperDan the pope(or head shaman)? JohnC, BlueOvalZ, Mikelly, etc... can be bishops. What do you think? Donations are being accepted to my Temple of Z:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruxGNZ Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 What if we declare HybridZ a religion? Can we get tax breaks? Does that make SuperDan the pope(or head shaman)? JohnC' date=' BlueOvalZ, Mikelly, etc... can be bishops. What do you think? Donations are being accepted to my Temple of Z:)[/quote'] Do we have to drink any special punch? !M! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ON3GO Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 Do we have to drink any special punch? !M! well Mat... from the storys i hear about your partys i think you can supply the "drinks" mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruxGNZ Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 What can I say, I like to party !M! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest traub83 Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 I think we should be able to talk about any issue here. just make a offtopic fourm or something if people dont wanna read it they dont have too. I like talking about all sorts of things expecially politcs.. just for a few laughs i found this pic on the net a few ago and had myself a nice laugh over it. and yes N.O. I am sorry for what happened but this is still kinda funny pic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikelly Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 Traub83, This isn't free speech. You're free to "think" whatever you want. But I'd recommend reading the rules for this site. As we have stated in the past, rules are rules, and this is a new rule that has been mandated. If you want to talk politics or religion, go elsewhere. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest traub83 Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 wait wait wait a sec, did'nt you say you wanted to hear our opnions on the new rule?? Thats what I did thats all I did. I didnt go anywhere else and say lets talk bush or about god. I just stated my opnion like you asked thats all. And I thought it was funny cause I seen a pic and decided to share with you guys so if thats wrong and against forum rules im sorry but I flat out remember you guys asking for our opnions on this rule... And I responded saying I dont see what the big deal is thats all. So whats wrong with that?? PS. And I made a suggestion if you guys do end up allowing it by making another discussion fourm called off topic or something along those lines. But if you guys dont want the politcs on the site so what its your site. I will continue to do what I do normally cause i think the only time i even mentioned politics was in this post when our opnions were asked by none other than the admin so I don't think I did anything wrong but give you what you all wanted, Our opnions... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest traub83 Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 I'm opening this thread up for member comments. I've received a couple private messages and the mods and admins kinda want to see what you folks think of the new rule. there ya go... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnc Posted September 16, 2005 Author Share Posted September 16, 2005 I think the Bishop thing would work out, although we would have to really keep an eye on Tim around the alter boys... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest traub83 Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 I think the Bishop thing would work out, although we would have to really keep an eye on Tim around the alter boys... If that would work out think I could change my name to FatherTraub83 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auxilary Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 are religious/political satire and humor allowed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnc Posted September 16, 2005 Author Share Posted September 16, 2005 Probably not directly. Some folks have a lot of trouble distinguishing satire from reality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikelly Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 Yes some of us do! ! In a perfect world we could all express our views and all have them accepted without offending others for possesing these views. Unfortunately we aren't in a perfect world. I think we are better off without any discussion related to both topics. Personally, that gives finite bounds for all to follow. Otherwise, there is to much unknown grey area for some to wiggle through to start "topics" that might burn to hot! ...And that could be a lot more work for the mods and admins. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest traub83 Posted September 17, 2005 Share Posted September 17, 2005 ill agree to that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikelly Posted September 17, 2005 Share Posted September 17, 2005 Traub83, Sorry for the heavy handed "This isn't free speech" tone above. Your post count hinted that you might be new, and we have to give that speech to newbees sometimes. We've got a great site here. Unfortunately, we even get things wrong sometimes. Keeping topic content centered aroung humor and cars, and stupid people tricks keeps it less offensive in general. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.