Some Rules for Posting Blogs and Comments

Hello all.

We’ve had some issues with some of the comments being posted on the blogs, and since we don’t want anyone to be discouraged from writing, here are some rules that you will have to follow, or your comment (or blog) will not be approved for posting.

Good Manners and Respect Dos and Don’ts

• DON’T use “um,” be snotty to another poster, or make the argument personal
• DO know the difference between differences of opinion and personal attacks
• DON’T present your opinions as facts
• DON’T post the same opinion over and over in the hopes of wearing other people down or “winning” a discussion; just move on
• DO use proper spelling, capitalization, punctuation, et cetera
• DON’T argue with our decision to not post your comment. Try modifying it, following the rules here.
• DO report an offensive comment to us and we’ll make the judgment on whether or not it should be removed.

I think these rules will go a long way in ensuring that this blog stays active and generally friendly. Thanks for your cooperation!