Posted by spoc on June 28, 2004, at 12:36:03
In reply to Re: starting over, posted by Dr. Bob on June 28, 2004, at 10:00:07
> > > > I'm guessing that to those people, it probably feels the same as it does to you when someone gives themself a "fresh start" by sneaking back in under a new name while blocked.
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> Isn't that more like asking someone not to post to you and them changing their name and doing so?<<<<< That's also a good example. But the point with my other example was to get *you* to understand how it might feel, since you asked: is it such a bad thing (for people to give themselves a fresh start simply through anonymity). But maybe the example you just added also is one that better helps *you* picture how it might feel, since you do stand behind "don't post to me" requests, and want your instructions there respected too.
> > > > people just like to decide for themselves whether a fresh start is warranted, and want their decisions respected
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> That would be understandable, but how would that work here?
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> Bob<<<<<< Again, everything I posted on this thread was just to show how it *feels,* because you didn't seem to understand that or agree. I specifically said I doubt anything formal can be done about it. Maybe I shouldn't lend opinions if I don't have the answer. I did think that was ok too, but I do get frustrated at the times it seems to lead to confusion or distortion of what I actually said (and I mean in general, not just concerning you). I guess that's a risk of speaking up.
Anyway, here, to an extent I actually was making a suggestion of sorts. Which is that Admin could set the example that completely anonymous changes are the less desireable choice. As of now the stance has seemed to convey that it is all completely well and good and no one's business at all. As we all realize, no decision/policy can ever make all people happy. And I've said, I know there is true real-life need for anonymous rebirth sometimes, and I don't want to offend those people. But as Admin seeks to serve the greater good; and does have influence through its tone; I just think it is better applied (loudly) in discouragement of the practice except in emergencies. Does that make more sense?
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