Post by tecoyah on Aug 12, 2022 22:13:45 GMT
Save the Republic Rules and Policies
Below is an explanation of rules and policies that we expect everyone on the forum to abide by. Being a free resource, all we ask of you is that you abide by the policies of this forum. We have implemented these rules for a reason- in order to maintain the respectful and intellectual environment we hope to create.
1. Write well-thought out and coherent posts. Don't give any short, one line answers that leave people trying to decipher your meaning. Instead, try to explain yourself thoroughly. It will likely save both you and anyone who reads your post some time in the long run.
2. Use good internet etiquette. Don't overuse capitalization and internet short-words ("im speak")Capitalizing beyond the accepted rules of the English language should only be used sparingly; perhaps to emphasize a word or two. Your entire response should almost never be all capitalized at that is essentially the equivalent of shouting on the internet.
Also, try to limit your internet slang. A "lol" every now and then is okay, but like with capitalization, use those shortcuts sparingly.
3. Be respectful. Everyone is entitled to their opinions and we should respect that. Ad hominem attacks, mockery, personal attacks, insults, profanity, and sarcasm will not be tolerated. You can counter ideas, but do not make it personal.
4. Stay on-topic within a thread. There is no need for pointless bumping. Only double post if there is a significant reason to do so (i.e. a development in the topic, adding some information you forgot.)
5. Do not plagiarize news articles or other outside sources. When you want to link to an outside source, make sure to give the site credit with a link. Also, refrain from posting the entire article- post a snippet instead and link to the entire article. The snippet or any quotations from other sources should go in tags.
6. Do not post anything inappropriate. This includes, but is not limited to adult content, pornography, illegal or copyrighted materials/files, viruses, links to malicious websites. Use your judgement for other non-acceptable things.
7. Do not impersonate staff or enforce rules. If you see a potential rule violation, use the Trial system by filing charges so the community is involved and if needed a trial will begin.
If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions concerning the rules, you may share them here and the staff will respond to you.
Warnings, infractions, and ban policy is subject to community choice through trial, but if blatant I reserve the right to eliminate assholes.
Members are always encouraged to help the staff find potential infractions, especially when they involve personal attacks and a PM to me is appreciated so I can deal with it.
Below is an explanation of rules and policies that we expect everyone on the forum to abide by. Being a free resource, all we ask of you is that you abide by the policies of this forum. We have implemented these rules for a reason- in order to maintain the respectful and intellectual environment we hope to create.
1. Write well-thought out and coherent posts. Don't give any short, one line answers that leave people trying to decipher your meaning. Instead, try to explain yourself thoroughly. It will likely save both you and anyone who reads your post some time in the long run.
2. Use good internet etiquette. Don't overuse capitalization and internet short-words ("im speak")Capitalizing beyond the accepted rules of the English language should only be used sparingly; perhaps to emphasize a word or two. Your entire response should almost never be all capitalized at that is essentially the equivalent of shouting on the internet.
Also, try to limit your internet slang. A "lol" every now and then is okay, but like with capitalization, use those shortcuts sparingly.
3. Be respectful. Everyone is entitled to their opinions and we should respect that. Ad hominem attacks, mockery, personal attacks, insults, profanity, and sarcasm will not be tolerated. You can counter ideas, but do not make it personal.
4. Stay on-topic within a thread. There is no need for pointless bumping. Only double post if there is a significant reason to do so (i.e. a development in the topic, adding some information you forgot.)
5. Do not plagiarize news articles or other outside sources. When you want to link to an outside source, make sure to give the site credit with a link. Also, refrain from posting the entire article- post a snippet instead and link to the entire article. The snippet or any quotations from other sources should go in tags.
6. Do not post anything inappropriate. This includes, but is not limited to adult content, pornography, illegal or copyrighted materials/files, viruses, links to malicious websites. Use your judgement for other non-acceptable things.
7. Do not impersonate staff or enforce rules. If you see a potential rule violation, use the Trial system by filing charges so the community is involved and if needed a trial will begin.
If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions concerning the rules, you may share them here and the staff will respond to you.
Warnings, infractions, and ban policy is subject to community choice through trial, but if blatant I reserve the right to eliminate assholes.
Members are always encouraged to help the staff find potential infractions, especially when they involve personal attacks and a PM to me is appreciated so I can deal with it.