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  1. o_Cobrapilot

    I think as a society we've moved away from the idea that intent matters, and that intent should...

    I think as a society we've moved away from the idea that intent matters, and that intent should be given broad boundaries with regards to speech.
  2. o_Cobrapilot

    It's interesting that you you used the word marginally. I'm working toward a PhD in economic...

    It's interesting that you you used the word marginally. I'm working toward a PhD in economic policy, and marginality is one of our key principles. Humans are particularly poor at making decisions on the margins.
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    I agree with you that this will most likely turn out to be quickly forgotten.

    I agree with you that this will most likely turn out to be quickly forgotten.
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    I think you've hit on the heart of the matter when you say you see both sides; That is to say...

    I think you've hit on the heart of the matter when you say you see both sides; That is to say that, the moderator failed in that regard. Offense can lead to animosity yes, but simply being offended (or worse, the possibility of offense) should not be the bar for speech.
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    Fair enough. I put the question to you because, my sense is that as a well-respected...

    Fair enough. I put the question to you because, my sense is that as a well-respected, established member of the community, you have no small amount of influence. If nothing else your opinion carries weight. You may not have intended this, but typically leadership roles arise in organically in...
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    In only a moment, he squashed the kind of (mostly) unfettered banter that makes that site really...

    In only a moment, he squashed the kind of (mostly) unfettered banter that makes that site really shine. Thoughts?
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    My feeling is that it retards the individual contributions that make up an organic conversation...

    My feeling is that it retards the individual contributions that make up an organic conversation among a plurality. That is, it lessens the honesty of the discussion based on a minority sensibility.
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    I wholeheartedly disagree with this sentiment based on principle.

    I wholeheartedly disagree with this sentiment based on principle.
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    The reason I ask is this: I was disappointed to see the new moderator's comment yesterday...

    The reason I ask is this: I was disappointed to see the new moderator's comment yesterday, during the Clarion Open regarding the sophomoric jokes ("if there’s any chance it upsets any of the members of the team or their families, it’s not worth making the joke.").
  10. o_Cobrapilot

    My question is this: Is it your sense that most posters will be making their way over here, or...

    My question is this: Is it your sense that most posters will be making their way over here, or is the Rivals site going to continue to be the primary gathering?
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    Good morning Sir. I have been a "lurker" on the Rivals board for going on seven years now. I...

    Good morning Sir. I have been a "lurker" on the Rivals board for going on seven years now. I utilized your helpful post over there when signing up on this site. I have enjoyed reading yours and other's posts immensely over the years. Thank you for your contributions.
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    Hey Jefe. Got a moment for a discussion?

    Hey Jefe. Got a moment for a discussion?