What, no current events forum?

[dcunning30]

I suppose such a forum would result in the internet version of a bar-room brawl?  

[Hagar]

Not necessarily but I don't see how you can discuss current events without politics & religion raising their ugly heads. We already have a General Discussion forum. I think there are quite enough forums on this board as it is.

[dcunning30]

The General Discussion board's guideling specifically says no politics or religion.  Right now, we have the events in Israel/Lebanon, and there's no forum here to discuss these events.

[Hagar]

The General Discussion board's guideling specifically says no politics or religion.

That guideline covers the whole forum, not just General Discussion.

Right now, we have the events in Israel/Lebanon, and there's no forum here to discuss these events.

The situation in the Middle East is a highly controversial issue. That would certainly develop into a flame war. I guarantee it.

[pete]

You can be absolutely sure -100% - like hagar said - that any discussion of politics, let alone big time stuff like you suggest - will result in account suicides - flame wars - old time members falling out, etc.

Our 'no politics/religion' thing is about making this place a calm place .. focussed on hobby stuff - a little enclave from what is going on out there - without emotional issues.

Emotional issues are like fires. They burn. Hurt if you get too close. & usually burn off with very little to remember. & very often a lot to regret if you have been involved.

Best to stand back - observe - think - learn.

I've learned the hard way. & often been the worst culprit.

[Katahu]

This is a family forum after all.

[Saitek]

Well we won't go by that standard for not having politics... you should see our family!

[Souichiro]

And If ya want to discuss things you can always do it thru PM... Might take a bit longer but there are some people ( me  ) who are always open for a discussion ( even politics) be sure to pick the right people though..

As for politics on the forums..... nope won't work!