Posted by alexandra_k on November 1, 2005, at 13:28:09
In reply to Re: I highly recommend this book on Civility » Dinah, posted by Toph on November 1, 2005, at 9:57:53
I think the trouble comes when you have to define 'personal'. Because its not just about the individual. It is about the things the individiual cares about. If I went off on a rave about catholicism (just as an example) then people who are catholic may well take that as a personal affront. Just like how when you are driving... And someone cuts your car off... You take it as a personal affront because your car is perceived to be a part of you.
I do have sympathy.
I'm wary of censorship too.
But I have to say...I think... In general you can learn to express your feelings and your thoughts civily. You can say most of what you want to say in a civil manner, though it can be a bit tricky at times... But I think most of what you have to say really can be said.
> If a forums are permitted for one's faith, political beliefs, artistic expression and the like then people should be allowed unfettered expression or there should be no such forums in my view.
I dunno.
Surely there must be a middle way...
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