ADMIN: A few ground rules for debating sensitive issues

[lupinesque]

Neil wrote:

> > 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!

David elfishly added:

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

Amy selfishly added:

. . . and to "who's better, Snape or Sirius."

. . . and to _________________ (your pet Sensitive Topic here).

In fact, our esteemed Mechanimagus has delivered the formula for world 
peace.

Amy
who would like to exempt Lupin.  "Lupin is an angel sent from 
heaven and his very flaws are evidence of his perfection" is an 
undebatable statement