Posted by Cam W. on May 15, 2000, at 23:28:28
In reply to Dr. God, posted by claire7 on May 15, 2000, at 22:00:43
Claire - I hope you aren't truly gone. Lurkers are cool when they finally post.This is Dr.Bob's (and, I believe, the U of Chicago) website, not a public domain. Recently we have had a few disturbed persons (other than ourselves) post some rather derogatory statements. Many of us e-mailed Dr.Bob to distraction trying to get rid of these persons. I just think that he does not want a repeat performance (Fred did say some very nasty things, for which he did not apologize). Dr.Bob usually gives a warning shot over the bow before blocking, but I guess he thought Fred stepped over that invisible line.
I too, have been slapped on the wrist by Dr.Bob. I guess that means I am on probation right now. (How many demerit points is it for sarcasm?). Anyway, I do not feel that Dr.Bob was wrong in chastizing me, but I did not go as far as Fred and attack a person, just her sources of information (or so I thought).
We have a little community here and we all try to be supportive. It is just lately that the atmosphere has changed a bit (at least for me). I think that there are more direct challenges, rather than thoughtful debate, than there has in the past. This could have been what Dr.Bob reacted to, as well.
I am relatively new here myself and maybe my feelings are tainted with a bit of paranoia, but I do like and appreciate the supportive people who frequent this site. I hope you do stay. (God, - no pun intended - I am starting to sound like a cultist).
Sincerely - Cam
poster:Cam W.
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