Hi! I'm Kevin. I'm an Apostate.

[skippy740]

Originally Posted by Moderator

Hi Kevin,

Please understand that the rules here have a purpose and no one is being forced to participate here. Thank you.

~Moderator~

I am happy that Kevin is here.

However, I have a problem with the above poster with their first post.

I don't think that anyone should use the name "moderator" in vain - particularly usurping some kind of "authority" that isn't recognized.

It is my opinion that "moderator" should be told to change their name on this site and behave appropriately.

I bring this up because I didn't think that this was an appropriate comment and it really isn't from one of OUR moderators.

Thank you.

[john doe]

Originally Posted by skippy740

I am happy that Kevin is here.

However, I have a problem with the above poster with their first post.

I don't think that anyone should use the name "moderator" in vain - particularly usurping some kind of "authority" that isn't recognized.

It is my opinion that "moderator" should be told to change their name on this site and behave appropriately.

I bring this up because I didn't think that this was an appropriate comment and it really isn't from one of OUR moderators.

Thank you.

Actually, it IS appropriate. And the person who wrote that (not me) IS a moderator. If any member of this site doesn't want to read and follow the rules, they are free to leave at any time. If they wish to ignore the site rules, their leaving may be more compulsory.

[EarthyAngel]

Originally Posted by john doe

Actually, it IS appropriate. And the person who wrote that (not me) IS a moderator. If any member of this site doesn't want to read and follow the rules, they are free to leave at any time. If they wish to ignore the site rules, their leaving may be more compulsory.

Hmmm... the profile of "Moderator" has still only made one post, and is still identified as a "Junior Member", rather than as a "Moderator".

So, I really can't blame someone for believing that someone created a new profile, using the name "Moderator" in order to pose as a moderator, without actually being one.

And now that you vouch for "Moderator" as being a moderator, and their profile still has them as being from Afghanistan, and a Junior Member... I just wonder what game is being played here.

Sorry if it makes me curious.

Kevin

[pam]

Actually if you look again, Moderator is now showing the official title. We apologize for the confusion.

[john doe]

Don't be curious. 'Moderator' was not intended to be a poster, it was an accident that it happened. Moderator is used for issuing infractions and editing posts, not as a contributor to the board. 'Moderator' was created with the intention of avoiding having certain posters complain that they are being targeted by certain mods whom they have disagreed with in the past. Let me assure you that no one single moderator takes unilateral action against a member of this site unless there is a pressing need for immediate action, such as when we get spammed with porn. Usually there is a concensus taken before any action is made against any member of the site. We reach agreement in actions taken. If you have any further concerns about this, feel free to contact any head moderator for clarification.

[pam]

It is not ONE particular person. Any moderator can use this username. That way it all appears to come from the moderating team instead of one moderator. As john doe stated. Now it will appear that someone isn't being targeted by one person. If you have an issue with it bring it up with Heather who IS the administrator of the site. It's not breaking rules.. Moderator is from the team not a particular individual. Before it is used it is discussed by the team.

[Heather]

I can make and break any rule I want. So there? :P

[EarthyAngel]

Originally Posted by fent

Having a generic moderator account makes sense and doesn't seem like a violation of the rules. I was thinking more of a specific moderator having a specific alternate username, which does seem that way. But now I understand the intent here.

Yeah, I understand, too...

And not surprised that they're keeping a close eye on me, rabble-rouser that I am.

I do keep wondering, however, at this feeling I have that the rules might be vague enough to simply slap an infraction on someone, merely because moderators (or Heather) don't like or don't agree with what's been said.

And Heather's own statement that she can make or break rules at will seems to imply that this is really an autocratic environment, and "rule of law" doesn't apply here.

Am I wrong?

Kevin

[Heather]

Originally Posted by fent

Having a generic moderator account makes sense and doesn't seem like a violation of the rules. I was thinking more of a specific moderator having a specific alternate username, which does seem that way. But now I understand the intent here.

I do appreciate you giving me the setup to be obnoxious and snide though

Kevin, yes.
Plus I am allowed to be sarcastic and shed my robotic shell if the opportunity presents itself. I'm glad we're on the same page.

And with that note, I better go to bed before I become even more human and growing a sense of humor as well.

[pam]

Originally Posted by fent

Everyone should be held to the same rules, including mods, including you. If I see someone breaking the rules while hiding behind this new account, I'll report them anyway. I'm sure you have some method to determine who is using it.

By all means report it fent. I am in agreement that moderators need to follow the same rules. And yes we have a system in place to monitor who uses it.