Posted by Dr. Bob on July 12, 2005, at 3:04:41
In reply to Re: sidewalk skipping » Dr. Bob, posted by Dinah on July 11, 2005, at 17:32:54
> Lar's last block was for a completely different sort of violation of the civility rules. Surely that makes a difference?
In general, some difference, yes. Because they might be unaware. But Larry wasn't unaware.
> He misunderstood the application of the DNP rule.
Even after it was clarified?
> How about a compromise that will suit everyone?
>
> You can change the FAQ on the DNP to state that a DNP is an option that you prefer people not to use, that you would prefer that they first try to work out their differences, but that if a DNP is requested it should be honored. And it should not be perceived as an endorsement by the administration of the idea that the receiver of a DNP has done anything wrong.The difference is that anyone could request a DNP for any reason? That came up before. I'm afraid there would be too many then.
> For example, which of the following would be considered violations of the DNP?
This one:
> "You have always preferred blue while I like green for walls."
Not these:
> "I disagree with XXX's statement, and I think that green is the best color for walls."
>
> "I regret that XXX and I have never agreed on wall color."
>
> "It has been stated that blue walls are best. I personally prefer green walls."And this one I think is ambiguous as it stands:
> "I regret that we have never agreed on wall color."
> a poster violating the DNP should be given a Please Honor the Do Not Post, and a statement of the consequences of future DNP violations.
So "no" wouldn't mean "no"? That would be fine with me, if that's what everyone would like...
> I still believe different violations from normally guideline abiding citizens should start over from scratch as far as block length.
How would "normally" be defined?
> As far as people being willing to help others before being blocked, I am always willing to try to help as best I can by Babblemail, if anyone has any questions about posts. But the trouble comes when they don't realize their post is questionable, don't you think?
I agree, what could be done then?
Bob
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