Posted by alexandra_k on August 4, 2009, at 22:54:04
In reply to Please follow site guidelines » Kath, posted by Deputy 10derHeart on August 4, 2009, at 19:59:42
Whether or not it is against current or future guidelines to express a preference either to cease or to persist (in this case) is, of course, up to Bob.
Repeated expression of posters preferences (to cease, most notably) has sometimes led to changes in the posting rules. For instance, people repeatedly expressing that they would prefer it if Deneb not post her intention to harm herself led to an alteration in rules such that she was blocked for posting her intention to harm herself. Similarly, repeated expression of people preferring Lou to not post more than about three posts in a row led to an alteration in rules such that he was blocked for posting more than three in a row. I think something similar went on with respect to the `dark rider'.
I agree that we should be sensitive to the feelings of others... But I also agree that there should be freedom here to express ones personal preferences and that that can be immensely helpful. Trouble comes when preferences conflict. One thing is for sure: Bob's will will prevail lol. As always.
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