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This is where you find the rules for this forum. WAP is not a democracy, but a business enterprise. This forum is a free tool for the family, friends, and pps of incarcerated individuals to find support from other outsiders in similar boats, but it is not a bash-prisoners-free-for-all. If you attempt to categorize all inmates by making generalizations about their character (or according to some their lack thereof) then provide the data to go along with it. Otherwise, some things are better left unsaid and ridiculous generalizations will henceforth be deleted.
The gross generalizations I am reading on this board are appalling and offensive. Furthermore, they smack of a disregard for all prisoners, their plights, as well as fellow posters who aren't negative-minded.
The only apology I wish to issue for any post I have made is to Rob. As I reread my statement, it became clear to me that he became defensive over comments he felt were aimed at him, when in reality only the first sentence of my rebuttal ("you missed my point..." was aimed at him. The rest was aimed at another poster. So Rob became defensive and I became defensive back. Bad move on my part. As a moderator, I'm supposed to be "above it".
What I cannot tolerate is seeing this forum degenerate into a "all prisoners need to suffer" bash-fest. Trust me, they suffer. Because of my civil rights work, I see more than I can stand of how much they really do suffer...and then to come on here and see uninformed people insinuate that they get free rides and have no worries...it really makes my teeth grit.
If LD thinks I'm in the wrong, I'm certain he'll say something to me behind the scenes. Otherwise, it is my HOPE that WAP returns to the supportive environment it once was just a few short weeks ago. The friends and families of inmates get enough grief in reality. They don't need to hear the negativity from people who allegedly care about inmates, too. Please THINK before you type.
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I was beginning to think instead of coming to WAP-Write a Prisoner, that I had logged on in error to TAP! Trash a Prisoner.
Well I'm back and we won't be doing that anymore. Again, I refer people to the forum rules. Gross generalizations about prisoners that can be deemed as offensive to their family members are no more tolerated here than gross generalizations about blacks, people with AIDS, or any other disenfranchised group. Period the end. Gosh, and to think I was the "sweet" one breaking up fights a few weeks ago...
I think it's critical that everyone read and take heed.
This forum is a "gift" of sorts from the Webmasters to the visitors and users of this website. This is not a "free speech" issue, and it never has been. If you want to tout your "first amendment rights", go study up on what the Supreme Court REALLY says about that. "Free Speech" is NOT the right to say ANYTHING about ANYTHING, even at the expense of others.
Aside from that, this is a MODERATED forum. What that means, in case anyone has lost a grip on the definition is this:
Moderators are granted the duty, responsibility, and authority to temper the environment of this forum to comply with the basic rules of conduct, and to instill an intelligent, adult exchange of ideas, thoughts, and opinions. Bashing another user, or a group in general is NOT an intelligent adult exchange.
If you don't want to be moderated, feel free to search the internet for a forum more conducive to an insulting free-for-all.
If you have a problem with a Moderator, take it to private email and work it out as adults. If you can't do that, bring it to me. I am the Chief Moderator, and my decision is final and binding. Period.
Whew, thank GOD the mods are back on duty!I look foreward to talking to all my old friends (and positive posters) again!
patz and peanut, thanks for sharing :-) peanut, basically what happened is I was caught up with work conventions and deadlines (still am) and LD was really sick for about 10 solid days. LD usually catches things before I do, but in this instance I happened to. Please email directly if such a situation ever occurs again :-)
i am slowly coming out of my hiding as i see everyone i recognize is back :) Novel so glad you came back and hope things are going good. LD glad you are feeling better and the both of you are back to keep things in line :) THank GOD the mods are back..thanks guys... now were is Gator and Smilez???
Welcome Back Novel and Law Dog you were both missed.
xmas smilez has been working for her brother....gator's mother is sick and she is gone taking care of her
xmas it is nice to see you back.
Boy, I've missed the drama. I've been away for a few weeks.
great post Novel girl...oh and 'member, you're also, ummm HUMAN, you're 'allowed' to misread from time to time..but don't be goin' and makin' it a habit of course..GOT IT?? hehe
You either!
LOL I am with word, LOL Boy Have I missed the drama. :)
Good to see so much has not changed, Novel, how the heck are you? :)
Thank you novel.I appreciate your concern,as it is very hard to read the bashing having a son in prison. I come here for support, as I know many do. Thanks again.
Hey tommytoes nice to see a post from you!! How's everything going your way???
Tell Tommy i said hello and dont forget to mention that i know what his favorite color is.....*wink* I'm sure he's told you this story....... hehe
Kristie
i have come to the realization that free speach hasnt been my claim to fame , rather , i say what i want , lol
but on the other hand i try to consider feelings of those that i speak on , and in my travels , i have seen just how cruel this world can be ... folks grin in ya face and talk behind ya back , (( im just talkin in general about life )) i have however in my travels realized , the grass aint always greener , sometimes rules are a ** must ** (( dont i tell my children that but refused to live by that ??)) and that u must NEVER forget , where u started , and why u came BACK !!!!!!
WHATEVA drama i have missed , i dont miss , and whatever drama comes, i cant partake in , i have life , and u only get one chance , i will disagree , but wont allow the disagrement to make me less then who i am , and strive to show my kids !!
i cant be faded ,these days ,, and im glad when folks admit , they was wrong , that makes u human , many cant do that , or act like they are ** above ** the rules , i have come to realize , the rules are just that ,, rules , we all have a choice to follow them or leave , does anyone have any kool aid ??
QQ - Kool Aid is a little too white trash for me. How about you switch to juice. Here... \_/
Juice is much cooler!
Even better with a little dash of vodka!
QQ is that really you.......have you come back....woohoo.......glad you are back you were missed.