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Re: Open Thread on Rules/Restrictions
« Reply #315 on: May 14, 2009, 10:07:19 AM »

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Yup. Blind homerism and intolerance are acceptable here; more imporant than impartiality or a sense of humor. Racism, homophobia, mysogyny, and the like, directed against other teams' players and fans, are just fine. Poking fun at a Celtic player is often unacceptable, even when it's harmless, and whether it's actually warranted by an impartial view of the facts is totally irrelevent.

You can usually go off-topic or stretch the rules if it's pro-Celtics off-topic or pro-Celtics rule stretching; otherwise the mods may spank you.

Unfortunately, you're misreading our rules.  Nowhere, in this thread or otherwise, has "racism, homophobia, mysogyny, and the like" ever been allowed on Celticsblog.  However, fans of different teams are held to a different standard in terms of criticism of our players.  It's one thing to be mean-spirited toward Lebron James; it's quite another for a Cavs (or Lakers or Bulls) fan to attack or insult Celtics players.  That's why there's a different rule for them:

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Celticsblog welcomes fans of all teams to engage is respectful commentary and debate.  However, attacking or insulting the Celtics, Celtics fans, or Celticsblog moderators will result in an immediate and permanent ban.  There will be no tolerance for baiting, trolling, or other disrespectful conduct.

In other words, it may be okay for a Celtics fan to say "Lebron stinks" on Celticsblog, while it's *not* okay for a Cavs fan to say "KG stinks" on Celticsblog.  Hopefully, that's clear to everyone.

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Re: Open Thread on Rules/Restrictions
« Reply #316 on: May 14, 2009, 10:25:52 AM »

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Yup. Blind homerism and intolerance are acceptable here; more imporant than impartiality or a sense of humor. Racism, homophobia, mysogyny, and the like, directed against other teams' players and fans, are just fine. Poking fun at a Celtic player is often unacceptable, even when it's harmless, and whether it's actually warranted by an impartial view of the facts is totally irrelevent.

You can usually go off-topic or stretch the rules if it's pro-Celtics off-topic or pro-Celtics rule stretching; otherwise the mods may spank you.

Unfortunately, you're misreading our rules.  Nowhere, in this thread or otherwise, has "racism, homophobia, mysogyny, and the like" ever been allowed on Celticsblog.  However, fans of different teams are held to a different standard in terms of criticism of our players.  It's one thing to be mean-spirited toward Lebron James; it's quite another for a Cavs (or Lakers or Bulls) fan to attack or insult Celtics players.  That's why there's a different rule for them:

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Celticsblog welcomes fans of all teams to engage is respectful commentary and debate.  However, attacking or insulting the Celtics, Celtics fans, or Celticsblog moderators will result in an immediate and permanent ban.  There will be no tolerance for baiting, trolling, or other disrespectful conduct.

In other words, it may be okay for a Celtics fan to say "Lebron stinks" on Celticsblog, while it's *not* okay for a Cavs fan to say "KG stinks" on Celticsblog.  Hopefully, that's clear to everyone.

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Re: Open Thread on Rules/Restrictions
« Reply #317 on: May 14, 2009, 10:31:44 AM »

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Yup. Blind homerism and intolerance are acceptable here; more imporant than impartiality or a sense of humor. Racism, homophobia, mysogyny, and the like, directed against other teams' players and fans, are just fine. Poking fun at a Celtic player is often unacceptable, even when it's harmless, and whether it's actually warranted by an impartial view of the facts is totally irrelevent.

You can usually go off-topic or stretch the rules if it's pro-Celtics off-topic or pro-Celtics rule stretching; otherwise the mods may spank you.

Unfortunately, you're misreading our rules.  Nowhere, in this thread or otherwise, has "racism, homophobia, mysogyny, and the like" ever been allowed on Celticsblog.  However, fans of different teams are held to a different standard in terms of criticism of our players.  It's one thing to be mean-spirited toward Lebron James; it's quite another for a Cavs (or Lakers or Bulls) fan to attack or insult Celtics players.  That's why there's a different rule for them:

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Celticsblog welcomes fans of all teams to engage is respectful commentary and debate.  However, attacking or insulting the Celtics, Celtics fans, or Celticsblog moderators will result in an immediate and permanent ban.  There will be no tolerance for baiting, trolling, or other disrespectful conduct.

In other words, it may be okay for a Celtics fan to say "Lebron stinks" on Celticsblog, while it's *not* okay for a Cavs fan to say "KG stinks" on Celticsblog.  Hopefully, that's clear to everyone.

I think it should be clear of course that while saying "KG stinks" would not be allowed by a Cavs fan, a well constructed argument on why they feel Lebron is a better player than KG is absolutely appropriate. 

There is always a fine line between good debate, and just trying to get a rise out of people.  And when you are a known fan of an opposing team, posting on a forum like that, that line is even finer (and probably moved over a few inches).

Re: Open Thread on Rules/Restrictions
« Reply #318 on: May 14, 2009, 01:22:26 PM »

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And of course if a Celtics fan wants to say that "KG stinks", that's okay too because usually the comment will come out with a detailed explanation and out of frustration of poor play or attitude or negotiating stance that cost the Celtics.

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« Reply #319 on: May 14, 2009, 01:25:28 PM »

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And of course if a Celtics fan wants to say that "KG stinks", that's okay too because usually the comment will come out with a detailed explanation and out of frustration of poor play or attitude or negotiating stance that cost the Celtics.

Exactly.  When a Celtics fan calls out KG, s/he's probably frustrated, or trying to engage in fruitful discussion.  When a Lakers fan calls out KG, he's probably trying to start some trouble.

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Re: Open Thread on Rules/Restrictions
« Reply #320 on: May 14, 2009, 01:26:24 PM »

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And of course if a Celtics fan wants to say that "KG stinks", that's okay too because usually the comment will come out with a detailed explanation and out of frustration of poor play or attitude or negotiating stance that cost the Celtics.

I'd take a stinky KG right now  ;)
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Re: Open Thread on Rules/Restrictions
« Reply #321 on: May 14, 2009, 01:34:29 PM »

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And of course if a Celtics fan wants to say that "KG stinks", that's okay too because usually the comment will come out with a detailed explanation and out of frustration of poor play or attitude or negotiating stance that cost the Celtics.

I'd take a stinky KG right now  ;)
Yeah, I wouldn't care how bad he smelled as long as he could ball!! ;D

Re: Open Thread on Rules/Restrictions
« Reply #322 on: May 14, 2009, 01:53:20 PM »

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I always liken Celtics criticism to that of your younger brother.  You can put him down all you want when he's making you angry, but as soon as an outsider does it, you will fight tooth and nail to defend him.  8)

Re: Open Thread on Rules/Restrictions
« Reply #323 on: May 14, 2009, 01:55:04 PM »

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I always liken Celtics criticism to that of your younger brother.  You can put him down all you want when he's making you angry, but as soon as an outsider does it, you will fight tooth and nail to defend him.  8)

Good analogy, TP.

Re: Open Thread on Rules/Restrictions
« Reply #324 on: May 14, 2009, 02:33:04 PM »

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How did the thread title change and why?

Re: Open Thread on Rules/Restrictions
« Reply #325 on: May 14, 2009, 02:36:43 PM »

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How did the thread title change and why?

There was a sidebar discussion from another thread that was moved to its appropriate home (here)
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Re: Open Thread on Rules/Restrictions
« Reply #326 on: May 14, 2009, 02:41:41 PM »

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So that's why he wanted to cancel his account. Good, and good riddance.

Re: Open Thread on Rules/Restrictions
« Reply #327 on: May 14, 2009, 03:19:09 PM »

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I wonder if we can promote a new rule that forbide acces to clowns and pickles?

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Re: Open Thread on Rules/Restrictions
« Reply #328 on: May 14, 2009, 03:26:26 PM »

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I wonder if we can promote a new rule that forbide acces to clowns and pickles?

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Re: Open Thread on Rules/Restrictions
« Reply #329 on: May 14, 2009, 03:27:34 PM »

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I wonder if we can promote a new rule that forbide acces to clowns and pickles?

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I say we ban angry pickles and allow sweet pickles.

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