The Ground Rules

In most cases, I think that rules are for suckas. But just for the sake of establishing some decorum, I’ve got a few ground rules for chillin’ at my spot. Please make note of them. Even though I don’t like supressing people’s speech, I don’t mind pulling the plug if you get too carried away.

Let me preface this by admitting that things can get a little bumpy on this site from time to time. As I stated in my tag, I love to discuss my faith, issues of race, politics, and any other volatile topics that may come up. Given that there is no absolute truth in any of these hot button topics, disagreements and debates are sure to surface. That’s to be expected with a room full of intellectuals. But as our differences become clear (and I’m sure they will), respect must be given by one and all!

As it relates to comments: I have made it known many times over that I’m a fan of free speech. That said, I will never moderate comments. I have a spam filter functioning to catch some of the crap that tries to make its way in discussion boards. Otherwise, I do not screen comments. I don’t mind when people disagree with me on particular posts. In fact, I expect it and encourage it. Again, all I ask is that we can disagree in civil manner. Failure to do so will put me in the ungratifying (or, in some cases gratifying) position of giving you the boot.

My comment boards are open, so you need not have an account from WordPress, Blogger, Typejournal, etc. to post. If you choose not to leave an identity, that’s fine as well. However, I ask that you at least consider leaving a name; even if you have to make one up. It’s a lot easier than referring to you as Anonymous #3.

If you find that your comments are not posting, it is likely that my spam filter has picked them out of the air. I occasionally check the filter to see if comments that were plucked are from legitimate commenters or from if they are merely spam crap advertising Viagra. If you find that your comments are not posting, feel free to shoot me an email at giantkiller56@gmail.com and I’ll take care of the problem. While we’re at it: I should also point out that as this site’s administrator, I have the ability to edit other people’s comments. So if you’ve made a mistake (typos, directed comments at the wrong person, etc.) or if you simply want to remove a comment, let me know.

In summary, I want my blog to be a place that provides you the opportunity to exchange thoughts in an intellectual free-for-all. I welcome open and honest discussion. But let’s keep it at a mature, intelligent, calm, and insightful level. We’re not six years old anymore. But for any of you who act like you are, this isn’t the place for you. I think you’ll be much happier here. 

Oooh! Spongebob! I’ll be right back…