Posted by JahL on May 19, 2001, at 9:24:25
In reply to Re: rtn visits, posted by CrystalX on May 18, 2001, at 23:05:03
> >I think there was a study once that showed that fixing broken windows in a neighborhood helped keep more windows from being broken. I think of this as like that.
>
> So you are comparing this board to a slum? Does that make you a slum lord?The study actually related to CAR windows; cars can be parked in slums or otherwise. The study showed that crime begets crime (just as incivility begets incivility) & was proved to be successful. I think Mayor Guiliano (sp?) was first to implement it. He seems to have done all right on crime.
> > > This last week has been like watching a train wreck; kinda gruesome but utterly compelling!
> > Maybe it's attracted more viewers, at least? :-)
> > Bob
> You seem to be saying people should not behave in a certain way but that it is okay for you to maintain a forum that encourages such behavior if that behavior attracts attention to your efforts.JOKE!!! That's what the little smiley face means:-)
>Now I understand better the smug look on your current picture.
Pot, kettle,
j
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