dariom2 in the History subforum

Rachel Price6 said:Ostric is a sharp guy. He’s just doing what any sensible person would do. It’s nice to finally see some intelligence on this Forum. Free speech is guaranteed by the Constitution, after all. Those trying to silence others really need a reminder that we live in a free Western nation where being objective isn't exactly the smartest move right now.

You clearly have no clue what you're talking about. How can you call it freedom of speech when they shut down anyone with a different ideology but let low-quality trolling and total morons run wild? It’s a complete circus right now—a total paradox of tolerance mixed with zero context. Freedom comes with responsibility, but there's zero accountability here. The rules and general Forum Rules aren't even being followed properly. Honestly, if you aren't active in the History and Historical Topics sub-forum, you shouldn't be weighing in on this case at all.

Michael Doyle5 said:You clearly have no clue what you're talking about. How can you call it freedom of speech when they shut down anyone with a different ideology but let low-quality trolling and total morons run wild? It’s a complete circus right now—a total paradox of tolerance mixed with zero context. Freedom comes with responsibility, but there's zero accountability here. The rules and general Forum Rules aren't even being followed properly. Honestly, if you aren't active in the History and Historical Topics sub-forum, you shouldn't be weighing in on this case at all.

Sure, I'm ignoring the context. You just want to silence someone with a different opinion to push your own agenda.
There's no paradox here. You claim to love free speech, but then you try to censor anything that doesn't fit your worldview.

Rachel Price6 said:Sure, I'm ignoring the context. You just want to silence someone with a different opinion to push your own agenda.
There's no paradox here. You claim to love free speech, but then you try to censor anything that doesn't fit your worldview.

What do you mean, "dissenter"?! What "my" or "our" lies are you even talking about?! Who do you think you are, making up these lies out of thin air?!

You aren't even active on this sub-forum—honestly, you don't have a clue what the rest of us regular users are actually discussing.

This isn't a clash of opinions. This is just Low-quality trolling.

TROLLING

Excuse me? My bad. You're right—I was just trolling. I got mixed up and thought you were talking about Mr. Ostric. Deepest apologies for the misunderstanding.

Rachel Price6 said:Excuse me? My bad. You're right—I was just trolling. I got mixed up and thought you were talking about Mr. Ostric. Deepest apologies for the misunderstanding.

It’s not even about Ostric—it’s about certain users here, their posts, and the fact that the moderation isn't exactly keeping things in check. Apology accepted.

Michael Doyle5 said:Yeah, brilliant idea—let's just scrap the entire rulebook and all the guidelines. Why bother? Let's just take all those science subforums and force them to follow the exact same criteria as the ones dedicated to half-educated guys who spend ninety minutes chasing a ball around a field. Just a thought. 🤦

You're totally right—the History sub-forum isn't exactly some high-level academic journal. It’s not like you're expected to cite peer-reviewed journals or bring heavy scientific arguments to the table here. Honestly? It feels more on the same level as the Soccer, Astrology, Magic and Mysticism, Pets, or Jokes sections. To me, it’s all pretty much the same vibe.

You honestly have no clue what you're talking about. The Sports subforum is actually one of our highest-quality sections, known for having real, lively discussions—which is a massive step up from the absolute nothingness you're suggesting.

Hold on just a second. Are you actually suggesting that pro athletes over there sit around debating macroeconomics, history, geography, politics, and all those other subjects that naturally intertwine with sports? Because if we follow your line of reasoning, only historians—preferably those with fancy Ivy League degrees—should be allowed anywhere near the History forums.

Go fight about this somewhere else. Or just hit the ignore button and move on.