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Originally posted by Neb:
Personally I'll respect the mods and admin of any forum that I'm on just as much as all of the other members, that is, if the admins and mods are being arrogant or just plain annoying bitches, I'll have little to zero respect for them. If, on the other hand, they show respectful behavior towards me and the other members, I'll return that respect.
Having Mod/Admin status isn't like a magical potion that cures all ill sides of one's personality and instantly makes one a god-like creature requiring respect.
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That attitude cuts both ways. Respect has to be earned, and if anyone, as a member of this forum, wants the respect of the Moderators, that has to be earned as well.
In fact, I'll go further. Consider these two extracts from the "Rules and Regulations"
"About the Moderators: They are kind folks who volunteer their free time to help me maintain this forum and keep it clean of abuse. Note the emphasis on "volunteer" and "free time." Forum moderating is always hard work, and it's impossible to please everyone given the cultural and social diversity of this forum. Do not question the decisions they may make--not Publicly at least. This will get your account suspended quickly. Each of our great Moderators are EXTREMELY non-biased and treat everyone fairly."
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"Finally, don't come to me with freedom of speech arguments. This is a house. If you insult anyone or act a fool inside my house, I make you leave.
We may not always get everything right, but believe me when I say we don't conduct vendettas or go out of our way to make anyone feel victimised. If you feel a Mod's decision or ruling
is unfair, please ask for an explanation by PM to that Mod. If, after an explanation, you still feel unhappy, I'm sure Ziroc would like to know. However, before you get all bent out of shape, please ask yourself if you really need to be a member here if the rules don't let you do what you want.
Sometimes it's better just to find a place where you will feel more comfortable rather than trying to change this place to conform to your requirements
