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Really wish there was a way to put him and the guys obsessed with him in a thread and leave them there. Different sides of the same coin.Fantasy Football - Footballguys Forums
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Really wish there was a way to put him and the guys obsessed with him in a thread and leave them there. Different sides of the same coin.Bruce Dickinson
Footballguy
Not all heroes wear capes.I'll be honest - I don't think it needs moderation as much as it's called for.
I made a pretty cutting post about Republicans the other day (and have in the past) and have never been called a name or had a reaction offrom right wing guys. Even got a direct response from @Ramblin Wreck that was quite the opposite even though it probably was pretty cutting toward his politics.
Moral of the story (look at me) - by not being snarky or weasly all the time, calling people Trumpkins, or Social Justice Warriors or whatever is the condescending buzzword of the day, you probably haven't experienced a lot of the stuff we all seem to be outraged about (something I do try to never do to a fellow FBG). We can do it fam.
John Bender
Footballguy
roadkill1292
Footballguy
Is Social Justice Warrior really a condescending term? Would someone rather fight for injustice?
John Bender
Footballguy
It shouldn't be. But it feels that way. I spend way too much time on Reddit and I'm probably just way too sensitive.
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You didn't know this? Its been used here as a disparaging term for years, and not even just from the usual suspects but from more "centerish" people as well.
Ive never understood it either. I consider myself a bit of a SJW...well, without the actual " warrioring" part. Not the least bit ashamed of it.
sho nuff
Footballguy
Trump people are not playing on any slanted field. There are very few of them actually trying to have an substantive discussion on this board. You do try from time to time.
The one you mention you claim got such poor treatment was not one of them...there were multiple people pointing that out...sorry, seemed he got a lot of warnings and never changed (and I doubt he is really gone...).
I'll be honest - I don't think it needs moderation as much as it's called for.
I made a pretty cutting post about Republicans the other day (and have in the past) and have never been called a name or had a reaction of
Moral of the story (look at me) - by not being snarky or weasly all the time, calling people Trumpkins, or Social Justice Warriors or whatever is the condescending buzzword of the day, you probably haven't experienced a lot of the stuff we all seem to be outraged about (something I do try to never do to a fellow FBG). We can do it fam.
It's crap like this that's going to turn it from a forum into a collective. Instead of hunting people down that have dissenting opinions you won't have to do anything but just sit there and continuously click the like button.
sho nuff
Footballguy
Be honest...what dissenting opinion did this person have or post? A large majority of his posts were about other people and not about the topic or any dissenting opinion.
There is a reason multiple people were calling him out and rightfully so. And they aren’t calling out you or stealthy or others who offer dissenting opinions.
I may not agree with you...but you offer an opinion and discuss things without getting like that (most of the time...as most of us won’t talk issues 100% of the time).
GoBirds
Footballguy
So he got a TO yet the ones attacking Dodds the other day we’re back the next day? Awesome.
all I know amigo
roadkill1292
Footballguy
Well, the people using it as disparagement are probably posters whose posts I don't see. Anybody I see using it probably uses it a little like we soccer dorks call ourselves soccer dorks; we're not really embarrassed by the term, if you get my drift.
Megaton
Footballguy
I could find numerous examples that show otherwise. As Tim pointed out there is a beehive mentality and the Trump thread is perfect example.
GoBirds
Footballguy
Because they are all part of the groupthink squad that attacks those that don’t go along with constant POTUS bashing.
If people really can’t handle the rolling smiley there’s an easy answer, remove it. Not sure how that is really an issue but if we are at the point where Beaver is constantly reported and can be banned for using a smiley let’s just get rid of it so no one can use it.
squistion
Footballguy
Beav used
The people that attacked Dodds are still here and that will always continue.
shoke
Footballguy
and why on earth you are protected the way you are here is beyond me. You stir the pot, report, and then complain when you are offended. Rinse and repeat.
Ramblin Wreck
Footballguy
Every day you whine about BC, me and a few others but do the same thing yourself that you whine about.
Ramblin Wreck
Footballguy
@Joe Bryant
So copying a post and using this emoji isn't trolling but
is? Confusing what is actually allowed or not because plenty of people use for the exact same reason.
Megaton
Footballguy
I'd like to see way less of all of those.@Joe Bryant
So copying a post and using this emoji isn't trolling but
Sadly, it may be the only answer is to just eliminate emojis. I thought we were better than that.
Juxtatarot
Footballguy
Joe, so much of the problems here are caused by the same handful of posters. Most of them just come back with different user names when they are banned/suspended.
HellToupee
Footballguy
So bird avatars are forbidden & emojis eliminated. Splendid. I thought we were better too.
While I have your attention.....It takes 2 to tango. Now I’m an adult, allegedly, and said I would totally ignore another party and asked the same but yet someone is still trying to stir the pot. This is insane. Suggestions?
knowledge dropper
Footballguy
No Beav and no HT? It’s like we are at the Alamo and someone kicked out Davey Crockett and Jim Bowie.
Juxtatarot
Footballguy
Always take the high road and don't fret over the little things like Internet slights.
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If I tell you that you're just as pretty as sho nuff and squisitron will you stop posting about them?
Ramblin Wreck
Footballguy
Its just odd. I've never seen two people on a message board seemingly occupy so much of someone else's mind.
Koya
Footballguy
Before we go off banning emojis and the like, can't we have some recognition that the concern many of us have in regard to certain posts is that they simply serve no positive aim? And, often, it feels as if some posts are done in a manner to actually just stir the pot in a negative fashion. If a post is done to at best add nothing, and in all likelihood create negative energy while adding not, maybe that is the issue and not the specific tactic employed (smilie, just a terse snide response, a quick personal attack)
Let's be clear... no emoji has "offended" anyone here. Not that I know, and certainly not me. It's just a response that, by design, adds nothing positive and in fact amps up the negative of the discourse. What purpose is that on a message board? And if you "got rid of" emoji's, those looking to add flippant, non-substantive (or worse yet, purposefully antagonistic and abrasive) posts will simply find another means to do so.
Can't we have some underlying principle of "does this post further the conversation" as some guide? Personally even if someone's post may be inflammatory, or even if it offends some, I am far more ok with being offended by someone posting earnestly, and trying to advance a point even if I disagree with the point, than I am with someone responding in a way to stop, impeded or derail the conversation.
So please, let's stop with "people can't handle the emojis" - that's an abjectly ridiculous point. Some of us people do take issue with the fact that some responses, including just a smilie face and nothing else, are obviously not used to further discussion and in fact, perhaps the goal is the opposite, and that seems to run counter to what makes a good community/message board.
I'll hang up and listen.
Let's be clear... no emoji has "offended" anyone here. Not that I know, and certainly not me. It's just a response that, by design, adds nothing positive and in fact amps up the negative of the discourse. What purpose is that on a message board? And if you "got rid of" emoji's, those looking to add flippant, non-substantive (or worse yet, purposefully antagonistic and abrasive) posts will simply find another means to do so.
Can't we have some underlying principle of "does this post further the conversation" as some guide? Personally even if someone's post may be inflammatory, or even if it offends some, I am far more ok with being offended by someone posting earnestly, and trying to advance a point even if I disagree with the point, than I am with someone responding in a way to stop, impeded or derail the conversation.
So please, let's stop with "people can't handle the emojis" - that's an abjectly ridiculous point. Some of us people do take issue with the fact that some responses, including just a smilie face and nothing else, are obviously not used to further discussion and in fact, perhaps the goal is the opposite, and that seems to run counter to what makes a good community/message board.
I'll hang up and listen.
AAABatteries
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I called out Beaver and squisition for taking a dump in threads arguing. It’s annoying and serves no purpose. It’s possible I use
more than anybody here but like that crazy dude in Mary Poppins, I love to laugh.
AAABatteries
Footballguy
The emoji use isn’t the problem - it’s that certain people have to bicker like children and for some reason enjoy it - if they didn’t they would have the people they argue with on ignore already.
Ramblin Wreck
Footballguy
Then you should focus a lot less of your time and mind on me. You’re right that is odd
Koya
Footballguy
Honestly, the smiley itself is meaningless, and certainly doesn't offend. It's just a tactic used to avoid legitimate response or discussion. Moreso, as I mentioned above, if we get ride of the rolling smilie, some other tactic will be employed. It's the message board equivalent of "neener-neener" - and I wish I were joking. But seriously, that's the purpose it serves, it's a poke in the eye, a flippant response, not intended for any positive benefit to the overall discourse. Isn't that in the end, what "trolling" is supposed to be? Purposefully adding nothing positive and in fact looking only to provoke? That is the only purpose of such responses when used over and over in the same manner.
If someone doesn't have a legitimate response to someone's post that helps advance the conversation, don't respond. Is that so much to ask? If someone does want to respond, just bring something constructive - whatever viewpoint - to the table.
GoBirds
Footballguy
I agree, I think everyone should be able to use them and people get over it. Unfortunately the trend seems to be one side banned and as you can see above some still using to taunt with no consequences.I called out Beaver and squisition for taking a dump in threads arguing. It’s annoying and serves no purpose. It’s possible I use
Ramblin Wreck
Footballguy
Your problem is you want to be judge and jury and others intent with the emoji. You’ve certainly accused me incorrectly of trolling with it. And you’re the guy that used to call anyone that wouldn’t argue with you a coward. The real problem is everyone wants to police others behavior instead of worrying about their damn self.
HellToupee
Footballguy
Very well thought out post but I just want to say this isn’t the Algonquin Round Table, it’s the earlier version, The Vicious Circle.
Koya
Footballguy
Vicious discourse - earnest, advancing the conversation discourse - I can deal with. Then again, I'm in real estate development, so that's called Town Hall on a Tuesday evening.
PS - The Algonquin Room and the Hotel in NY are pretty freakin' spectacular.
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squistion
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I don't believe that I have argued with Beaver in any thread in probably about a year, which a check of my posting history should verify. It seemed like he responded to just about thing I posted ridiculing me in some manner or another, but I have not directly responded to him in ages. It may have seemed like arguing to you, but it was not back-and-forth, it was just a one sided attack on my posts.I called out Beaver and squisition for taking a dump in threads arguing. It’s annoying and serves no purpose. It’s possible I use
shoke
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AAABatteries
Footballguy
You can’t possibly be serious with this reply. I mean, I’m pretty stupid but only @Fat Drunk and Stupid Is that stupid.
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AAABatteries
Footballguy
“Your honor, I may have killed those other 8 people but I absolutely only beat the crap out of the other one.”
Ramblin Wreck
Footballguy
Yet you talk about him often. So by admitting you don’t reply to him then you’re clearly trolling him.
LOL at this nonsense too. You nicknamed him Bieber cleaber. You cry about other nicknames on this forum. You accuse people of being aliases too. Yet it’s only BC or HT you accuse never anyone else. Spare us your victim bull crap.
squistion
Footballguy
I think that it has been a long time since I last used that sobriquet. I believe I stopped using that after Joe issued his manifesto about the same time Wreck dropped his pigeon avatar as a show of good faith.
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shoke
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squistion
Footballguy
Completely serious. That is my recollection. I don't feel like going through all the pages of my posting history to verify it.
Ramblin Wreck
Footballguy
If you ignore everyone like you claim you wouldn’t know who is talking to who in this thread. And joe said chill on the emoji only posts
AAABatteries
Footballguy
I’m not asking you to - all I’m asking and many other people have asked to - please stop polluting the threads arguing and engaging people that you call trolls - please put them on ignore.
