A community of 30,000 US Transcriptionist serving Medical Transcription Industry

Question For The Moderators

Posted: Nov 26, 2012

What happened to the post that discussed the use of monikers? It was an interesting post, and one I enjoyed participating in. I hope we are not resuming the practice of deleting posts due to individual complaints, as this would be more than disappointing.;

The email they sent me as the OP - grits

[ In Reply To ..]
said it was deleted as it had nothing to do with politics. Which is true; it was more to do with the regulars on this board.

I appreciate everybody's input on it.

thanks, grits - arroz

[ In Reply To ..]
You are a kind and circumspect poster in the face of some pretty snappy, unprecedented moderating. I appreciated the relevance of your post to the politics board. I guess someone else did not. Interestingly, your post was not moved to another board, and instead was summarily deleted.

I appreciate that - grits

[ In Reply To ..]
I appreciate all the kindness shown to me today; I wish I had been swift enough to screen-shot the lovely things you all said. It made my day. :)

I doubt it would be a problem for you to post - it on the gab board

[ In Reply To ..]
just to continue the conversation. I didn't even see it, so I have no idea what all the fuss is.

indeed... - sm

[ In Reply To ..]
one would wonder why the post wasn't just moved to another board. Oh well. Guess we'll never know.

I emailed and asked if that was okay. - grits

[ In Reply To ..]
I've been on forums in the past where restarting deleted threads was a banning offense, so I wanted to clear it first.

...aaaand it's up, reworded slightly :) - grits

[ In Reply To ..]
Thanks, mod!

Post was removed, as below poster stated, - Moderator

[ In Reply To ..]
because it was not relevant to politics. Everyone can pick and choose what monikers they use or choose not to use one - to discuss this choice is really not part of the politics board. The reason it was deleted and not moved to another board was the following posts that were nothing but insults.

my post, for one, was not an insult - tsk tsk

[ In Reply To ..]
if the post was not relevant to politics, you could have moved it to "gab". Shame on you.

Maybe your post wasn't, but there were a lot of nasty posts - on that thread. (nm)

[ In Reply To ..]
*

then the nasty posts could have been deleted... - sm

[ In Reply To ..]
the entire thread didn't need to go. Obviously, someone complained and the moderators rolled over and played dead.

Actually, I had suggested a weedwhacker approach to nastiness, - rather than pulling individual weeds, to clear

[ In Reply To ..]
screen space for more profitable posts and save Ms. Moderator significant time trying to pick and choose words to delete. For better or worse, if that were a regular approach we'd all recognize threads in danger of summarily disappearing and not invest a lot of time on them.

Also, we'd be less likely to take it personally as it'd be bad conversations that lost whole sections or were deleted in toto, not judgement calls on whose thoughts were worthy and whose were not. :)

That said, I thought the reaction to the idea was very informative and thus unexpectedly worthwhile. I hadn't seen it as an attack on basic personal freedoms.

Question about insults - bootstraps

[ In Reply To ..]
I understand why you deleted the thread and understand that it is no ones place to question anything about how the board is run.

But are you the same person who was moderating before the election? Because there were insults at every turn and threads that I knew would be deleted next time I cam back, but they weren't. Some almost begging for the monitor to intervene.

I am asking just out of curiosity because I figured monitoring would be at its strongest before the election, but to me it didn't seem that way.

Not complaining. Just curious. I appreciate having a place to talk :-)

I took over as moderator about three days before the election. - Moderator

[ In Reply To ..]
And yes, there were some posts and threads that I missed, but I don't do this every day and with as busy as this board is, there will be some posts that may slip past. I'm doing my best to make sure everyone shares your appreciation for having a place to talk. I'm also asking for the help of those on the board - if you feel a post is insulting, etc., report it. That's not that I will roll over and play dead, but I will use the rules of the board to make a judgement call.

you just can't cater to everyone who reports a thread - nm

[ In Reply To ..]

She didn't say she would - she said she'd - use the rules to make a judgment.

[ In Reply To ..]
You can't expect one person to keep track of everything on this board - it moves really fast! Plus the fact that moderators aren't paid (at least not in my experience) and I'm sure she has a job in addition to this. I'm sure if we could all stop sniping at each other, the moderator would have an easier time and no one would have their feelings hurt by having a post deleted.

I realize that; I simply offer a timely caveat - nm

[ In Reply To ..]

Thanks for your reply - bootstraps

[ In Reply To ..]
I know what you do is not easy, which is why I wouldn't email asking for a post to be removed if I felt I was being insulted. I understand the motivation of insulting posts and I actually would prefer they not be deleted. It just shows lack of information and no where else to go.

Of course some cross any line of civility.

(I assume you know I wasn't the one who said you rolled over.)

I think I understand the monitoring consistency factor a little better now. Again, appreciate your reply and for providing this forum.

I don't blame you for deleting the whole thing. - RC

[ In Reply To ..]
Sometimes a thread gets so mucked up, there is no resuscitating it.

I find - it

[ In Reply To ..]
funny that this post was about a post that was removed from this board because it was not political, yet this whole post is not political.

the post is about moderation, not politics - nm

[ In Reply To ..]

Similar Messages:

Jan 12, 2015
I've made a few posts on MTStars, and replied to many also. Like everyone, my responses aren't always liked by all and, admittedly, there are times when I've gone over a line and said exactly what I feel and didn't really consider another person's feelings to what I've said. I'm not the only one. I've seen many do the exact same thing. I've seen arguments regarding opinions on subjects turn into namecalling. Recently, I&# ...

Nov 12, 2015
Oh please moderators, separate these two political factions, republicans from democrats into two different boards. I see not many conservatives are coming here to express themselves because of the constant flack and hateful comments that the left lobs at anyone differing in opinion. Some of us would like to compare the many, many candidates for president on the republican side. I for one am sick of all this nonsense. I don't much like to listen to ramblings and hateful comments blasting ...

Nov 10, 2013
let it snow, on MTStars! ...

Aug 24, 2012
link ...

May 05, 2011
The facts of Pat Tillman's death were manipulated and Jessica Lynch was molded into a hero by the Dubya's message massagers. Now many question every bit of information coming from government. The damage done by dimbulb Dubya just keeps on reverberating. ...

Dec 03, 2011
I am making a blueberry pie to take to my stepfather tomorrow, and I thought it would like nice to use a cookie cutter in the shape of a bell and apply that piece of crust to the top of the pie. If I use a little bit of water to attach it, will it bake to the top crust securely? A lot of you sound like you are pretty handy in the kitchen! The lemon sponge pie I made for Thanksgiving was wonderful. Thanks to the person who suggested the allrecipes.com webs ...

Feb 10, 2010
I'm always facinated at some people who think all social problems and situations are so black and white.Abortion is here to stay, whether it's legal or not, just like it's always been an option when a woman finds herself facing the impossible situation of an unwanted pregnancy. Wishing it wasn't an option has never worked.However, when a discussion comes up about abortion, we women are strictly divided. Black and White in our opinions.This is a complicated issue. It doesn ...

Aug 05, 2011
Don't know if you remember my last posts awhile back about a stray cat we started feeding and took care, gave her shelter for the winter and she had kittens. We've taken the kittens in and adore them all. Now...here she is 3 or 4 months later, every once in awhile I'll get a glimpse of her nursing them. Vet told us milk has to be dried up before they can fix her. However, she is a stray and she has been going out walking around the neighborhood like she has ...

Mar 18, 2010
I have not found this yet and wonder if others have. People who are unemployed. No pension from a company, no nothing. What kind of health insurance will they get. My partner is unemployed. If this passes I will cover myself. What is out there (or in the bill) for people who are unemployed. He is not old enough to receive Medicare/cade. ...

Mar 22, 2010
Okay, here is a question that I have not seen come up here. While watching news today this just crossed my mind. If the government sets an insurance rate you have to pay based upon what you make per year, do they take into account all your other bills, and that sometimes as ICs we don't get any work coming in at times, and then what they set is more than what you can afford (i.e. more money than your paycheck and you still have to pay all your bills). As ICs I'm sure ...

Mar 31, 2010
Thought O and Biden were against oil drilling? Dylan Ratigan just had a snippet on from O stating to that effect. Now he opens up offshore drilling? ...

Apr 29, 2010
To anyone who has any knowledge of Social Security benefits, I am wondering if an ex-spouse of a male veteran who has passed away can obtain "survivor benefits" (?) from Social Security if she has his children...even though he had been remarried at the time of his demise?? Children are all over 21. I have heard that there is something like this and if so, how would I go about obtaining it? thanks in advance for anyone's help. ...

Jun 23, 2011
Due to huge fibroids, bilateral ovarian cysts, and a myriad of symptoms, I've been told I need a TAH. Doctor tells me I'll be out of work 6 weeks but as I'm an MT and just sit at my desk anyway, I don't see a 6-week absence as being necessary. Has anyone here had a TAH as an MT or with a desk job and how long was it necessary for you to be off work? ...

Jun 06, 2012
One of my 2yo males has a cyst on the side of his head. I just noticed it this morning, it's about the size of a golfball and underneath his ear. Its not in his mouth. He is eating and drinking fine, doesn't seem to be in any pain. How could it have gotten this big without me seeing it? Anybody have any experience with these? I called the vet and waiting for a call back. I did some research and found out it is most likely benign, soft ...

Jun 13, 2012
...

Jul 01, 2012
How many would like to see the party titles go away? I've read about some ideas that people have, but they are not linked to any political party. My question is if someone had an idea that would help people get jobs, get the economy back in order and other good things for the people and the country, would you vote for them if they were not in your party? ...

Jul 31, 2012
This may sound like a stupid question and please do not flame me for my ignorance, but I am trying to learn and trying to make my political decision making count for something. so here is my question..... If a potential presidential candidate withdrew his intent to run for the presidency earlier in the year, can that potential candidate still be placed on a "write in vote?" Or does the person we want to use for a write in vote have to still be "running for president?" reason ...

Sep 02, 2012
Does anyone know if the pink Dancing Vaginas are going to put on a performance? I was kind of thinking they might put in an appearance the same night as Sandra Fluck, or has she been ousted? I didn't see her name on the last guest list. ...

Apr 11, 2013
Just curious about a couple of opinions. First of all, I like to tan. I know the health risks, etc., but I enjoy the way the sun makes me feel and I enjoy my skin with a tan. We just recently moved to "town" into a neighborhood. I live in a small area. I have a fenced in backyard and the neighbor is pretty close and their yard is also fenced in with a separate fence, not even joining mine. So, yesterday, beautiful day, I decide to lay out in the sun. I park m ...

Nov 19, 2013
Hi everyone, I absolutely love Swarovski Crystal, in particular their earrings. I have a couple of pairs that I paid full price for, but they are too expensive. (Earrings run from $60-$300+.) I saw that E-Bay has a really nice selection, and you can just do a Buy Now for way under market price--I'm not into the bidding thing, BTW. Thing is, how do I REALLY know it's Swarovski? Some of their jewelry is signed, and some of those posts say so, but not all their jewelry is signed ...

Jan 11, 2014
The new question on this years tax return is: "Do you have health insurance". They will use your response in determining who to assess penalties to for noncompliance of the UNCONSTITUTIONAL Obamacare Law. ...

Mar 15, 2014
I received an unsolicited quote from Ameriprise via Costco. They state that I can save up to $550 per year on the two policies. My question is does anyone have auto and/or home insurance through Ameriprise? If so, do you have a good or bad opinion of them? Thank you for responding. ...

May 02, 2014
This has probably been asked before...can't remember...but here goes: If your employer offers insurance, are you ineligible for obtaining insurance on the marketplace? Is this a state-by-state issue? I've just been advised that I can decline company insurance and just go to the marketplace instead, but I'm not sure that's true. ...

Jan 22, 2017
I have an insurance Marketplace question. If my income turns out to be higher than expected for 2017, will I have to pay a penalty? I know I will have to pay the taxes that would be owed, but is there anything on top of that? I also know it would be significant enough to change my monthly insurance premiums to a higher amount. It's a long story, but something got screwed up and I think I'll owe the taxes---I just don't want a penalty. ...

Dec 12, 2016
Was the post moved regarding the comparison between Hitler and Trump? I thought it was an interesting article but didn't get a chance to finish it. When I came back, it was gone. I looked on the main board and the gab board to see if you moved it, though I thought it was political. Maybe I'm losing my sight but I can't find it. Certainly it couldn't have been removed since there are so many hate-hillary articles left on here. Hope I' ...

May 06, 2015
Has anyone had a kitty diagnosed with hyperthyroidism? Did methimazole (prescribed by vet) give him/her a new lease on life? I thought my cat was just old and lazy and come to find he has this. Thanks for sharing! ...

Jun 01, 2015
My family and I are selling our house and moving out of state, but our house is going to sell before we actually move, so we have to rent a house for about 6 months. So, I went to look at a house over the weekend and was amazed! For $1300 a month, it was a 3 bedroom house, very old, and a total wreck. I mean, dirt everywhere (did they ever clean??), cats roaming and the smell! Just amazing what a dump it was, which is a shame because it could be a gorgeous house. So ...

Jun 15, 2017
have? ...

Feb 23, 2012
Our cat is about 7 yrs old. She's not eating so well, but she's still playing, drinkinig H2O, and hitting the litterbox. She's also still jumping up on the bed and couch to lie on me. Should I be worried? ...

Feb 21, 2012
Do you get your pets spayed/neutered, or is that against doctrine, too? Yes, a bit of a stretch, but post pet owners consider a pet part of the family, so should we let pets breed, well (sorry) but, like rabbits? Also, where do you draw the line in separation of church and state? Yes, I fully understand the 1st Amendmant, but it is intended to cover individuals from persecution based on their religious belief, not corporations funded w/ taxpayer dollars, and face it, if a hospital o ...