Also, admin made it clear that we are guests. I guess if I come in your house and accuse you of stuff, its probably fair that you kick me out and not allow me in anymore. Of course, you could also be cool about it and gimme another chance. Thats all im sayin..
Hey EQ
.. I hear where your coming from, and you've got a cool head.
I think there's only so many chances you can give someone.
Removed from levels twice!! ..not once ... TWICE!!! (someone gave him a second chance (hell...probably and third and fourth chance ...maybe more!) )
Countless reported posts. (countless!!!)
Countless hours spent by Mods and Admin clearning up his often rude posts.
This is over a long period of time and no "surprize" to any staff member who can see the reports or have had to clear up the nonsense.
People don't "Just" get banned from AFN, we're one of the most tollerant bunch of moderators around.
I'm (i guess) regarded as one of the most relaxed and empathetic of the mods/admin ... and probably fought his corner before at some point. So did the Boss lady yesterday afternoon ... gave him the chance to slip out of the heat he was creating for himself.
As you say .. If you go into someones house and forget your manners.. you'll probably get bounced rather quickly .... If you repeatedly do it over time ... there's only so many times people will have empathy / sympathy.
If someone's determined to create drama, give bad vibes and cause malcontent - they're probably going to get banned!
I only wrote so much, as some people's misunderstanding are making the Admin look bullish or heavy handed. There's been about 3 members banned in the last 6 months odd (apart from the spammers) .. and they've all deserved it.
Hope this doesn't fuel anymore malcontent. I just thought i'd like to stand up for the (volunteer) Mods and Admin who do a very civil job of keeping members happy and the Vibe stong!!