ADMIN: A few ground rules for debating sensitive issues

[davewitley]

--- In HPFGU-OTChatter at y..., "Neil Ward" <neilward at d...> wrote:
> ~~ the Pocket Flame-o-scope was glowing, faintly red ~~
> 
> Hi everyone,
> 
> A quick reminder, verging on a plea, from Moderator HQ: -
> 
> - avoid making generalisations about religions, political ideas, 
cultural
> groups or entire nations;
> - don't state your opinion as 'the obvious truth;' remain open to 
(or
> acknowledge) alternative positions;
> - by the same token, don't imply that someone else is 'wrong' 
because they
> hold a different view;
> - be prepared to back up or explain opinions that may be challenged;
> - listen to your second thoughts; read over your post before 
hitting send!

Can I just elfishly add that all the above also applies to SHIPping 
positions.

David