Shall we ban politics? Take the poll.

[Sunny]

I've asked this question before, but have seen no real answer to it. I have to wonder why religion is OK as a subject. That is often just as contentious and emotional, and arguments about it can become just as vicious as politics. Yet, somehow we manage to steer our way past all the rocks and icebergs, and usually manage to end up on a peaceful shore.

So why is one OK and the other is not?

 

[Lewkat]

shame you don't still have that email in your inbox ...

It wasn't a private message, Holly, she made the comment openly on the thread in question. I cannot recall the title of the thread at all. I was brand new here and really knew no one but you. So, who knows? I recall the statement vividly though and how it stung.

 

[Camper6]

I've asked this question before, but have seen no real answer to it. I have to wonder why religion is OK as a subject. That is often just as contentious and emotional, and arguments about it can become just as vicious as politics. Yet, somehow we manage to steer our way past all the rocks and icebergs, and usually manage to end up on a peaceful shore.

So why is one OK and the other is not?

Nothing. And when I say nothing is as bad as politics when it comes to hate and insults.
All you have to do is go to the comments section to see what posters say about each other.
I know it's freedom of speech but it's appalling speech. Nothing is held back. I cant give you examples because they are not permitted on this forum.

 

[JudyB]

I like to discuss politics that's why I spend most of my computer time on that "other forum". Maybe some of you will come over there.

 

[JudyB]

I like to discuss politics that's why I spend most of my computer time on that "other forum". Maybe some of you will come over there.

I like to discuss politics that's why I spend most of my computer time on that "other forum". Maybe some of you will come over there.

I also like to discuss politics and I would go to the " other forum", if only I knew where or which one it was.

 

[old medic]

I have seen some nasty posts from people on forums, just over what someone eats, for heaven’s sake ! Post that you are having fresh venison, and the vegans will totally forget that they want life to be peaceful.

Why you dragging me into this???? nothing better than fresh venison... LOL
My grandfather always said that you don't discuses religion or politics with friends and family.

 

[tbeltrans]

Why you dragging me into this???? nothing better than fresh venison... LOL
My grandfather always said that you don't discuses religion or politics with friends and family.

I always heard it as you don't discuss religion, sex, or politics if you want to have any friends. So, in my usual way, I combined all three in one sentence:

Clinton is a Baptist, isn't he?

Tony

 

[Pappy]

On the rare occasion that my family all get together, the rule at the door is no politics or religion. My oldest sons views are complete opposite then the rest of the family....thus the rule.
My 2 cents worth....I’m glad there is no politics on this forum.

 

[rgp]

Odd, that according to the poll results, it is 50/50 . So why are politics banned ? If 50% are in favor & 50% are against, why does the forum take the position to ban ?

Why not make them available until [or if] the against vote prevails ?

 

[Matrix]

This is a very old thread and has caused lots of confusion. Thread closed.