Posted by Gabbix2 on March 15, 2006, at 22:35:43
In reply to Re: Why did ED_UK Get Blocked? » Gabbix2, posted by Jakeman on March 15, 2006, at 21:19:46
I do know. It is often to me splitting hairs when the intent is obvious. I only talk about it calmly now, because I think I've sort of given up.
I remember when someone posted a very racist post and another poster said "I find that offensive" Not "I'm offended" and they got blocked.
It can be extremely maddening.
But yes, saying "I feel you were being unkind"
Would be considered uncivil (By the board)
I wish there was another word than civil used, because in truth, it's actually VERY civil.
Just not by the rules implemented here.
It isn't always the meaning, it's the wording.
So whew.. sorry I'm going on.
Even if Ed had said "what you said disgusts me" although it's more harsh, (IMO) it would have been okay and not blocked.What he technically should have said was
"I feel .. slighted.. or whatever, by that remark"Someone else can probably explain better than I.
I hope that helped a little.. even though I know sometimes understanding the rules can make you more frustrated, and shake your head in disbelief.
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