In an "ecumenic" format - "anti" positions are not allowed, only "pro" and perhaps an occasional contrast. Poor language, communications or graphics skills do have a bearing - as the level of discourse must be higher. Not every speaker has a voice.
Funny...on other forums here the mods seem to have no difficulty identifying trolls, disruptors, flamers, etc.
Which begs the question.....
Discussing is one thing; insulting is another. And insults against the Church is making it personal to a Catholic.
“In the ‘open’ town square format...”
You're trodding old ground.
I have absolutely no beef with the idea that open threads shall enjoy an open, even heated debate between posters who present differing views.
The difference between "open" and "closed" threads isn't what's being questioned. The anti-Catholic bias that's built into the rules is.
But you don't seem to appear interested in that.
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In an "ecumenic" format - "anti" positions are not allowed, only "pro" and perhaps an occasional contrast. Poor language, communications or graphics skills do have a bearing - as the level of discourse must be higher. Not every speaker has a voice.
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It was not my understanding that is what Judith Anne is proposing, nor is it my understanding that this is what I or most other Catholics here are suggesting. I believe we welcome spirited discussion, but not the tolerance of "spamming" posts, bullying or insults.