[laotzu]

"It was definitely inappropriate for you to..."

Agreed.

Was I wrong to ask?

Was it appropriate for the Mod to ignore me?

[dirtboy]

Was I wrong to ask?

No.

Was it appropriate for the Mod to ignore me?

The mods have a lot to do, they are volunteers. They can't always answer every question as to why something is removed, so if you don't get a response, don't take it personally.