I am Australian, and 1A is extremely important to me, as it should be for all people. I refuse to cower to the rule that censorship is a good thing. If someone wants to call me names and make derogatory remarks, go for it, I can take it! Sick and tired of people who think they have power, making decisions that affects others because they think they know what's best for them.
It was a good-faith fail. Seriously, 100% GTFO to the scumbag racists, while at the same time, a blanket word ban was obviously a terrible idea, because intentions matter.
It’s all good. Board has never been better since I (and certainly, a lot of others, too) have been here. You mods get a pile of credit.
Anybody who’s still bitching is just a bitch by nature. Don’t let them bother you any more.
You don’t understand 1A if you wanted to ban even the most hideous words! You aren’t judge, jury and executioner. That’s dangerous power no one should have.... hence the reason for 1A!
As a digression, do you think that's part of why NZ has responded to COVID like it has? I don't follow NZ specifically, but from what I had seen in passing, your government has seemed heavy handed with their lockdowns. Please do correct me if I'm mistaken on this.
I am Australian, and 1A is extremely important to me, as it should be for all people. I refuse to cower to the rule that censorship is a good thing. If someone wants to call me names and make derogatory remarks, go for it, I can take it! Sick and tired of people who think they have power, making decisions that affects others because they think they know what's best for them.
No need for excessive self-flagellation.
It was a good-faith fail. Seriously, 100% GTFO to the scumbag racists, while at the same time, a blanket word ban was obviously a terrible idea, because intentions matter.
It’s all good. Board has never been better since I (and certainly, a lot of others, too) have been here. You mods get a pile of credit.
Anybody who’s still bitching is just a bitch by nature. Don’t let them bother you any more.
You don’t understand 1A if you wanted to ban even the most hideous words! You aren’t judge, jury and executioner. That’s dangerous power no one should have.... hence the reason for 1A!
As a digression, do you think that's part of why NZ has responded to COVID like it has? I don't follow NZ specifically, but from what I had seen in passing, your government has seemed heavy handed with their lockdowns. Please do correct me if I'm mistaken on this.
All humans have natural rights. In USA, ours are protected, NOT granted, from the govt. At least in theory...
Odd that a kiwi would feel so strongly about a uniquely American word.
The Australian constitution includes New Zealand btw. http://classic.austlii.edu.au/au/legis/cth/consol_act/coaca430/s6.html)...
So as an Aussie (lets face it) ...This should be your attitude:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iwBR0qwHZBA
Good on you - life's one big learning curve. Some losses - hopefully more wins You're doing a great job - from one Kiwi to another. Kia Kaha :).