[Rhodes22-list] Political discussion is diluting the value of the Rhodes 22 newsgroup

[David Bradley]

To Andrew, Cowie, et al.,

I was in the same place a couple of years ago when I first joined the
list.  A funny thing happened along the way.  All of the distracting
political debates have actually changed my thinking in a material way.
 After a few decades of being heads down with work and family and
squeezing in a bit of fun here and there, I find the direct exposure
to points of view different from mine to be enlightening or at least
challenging.  Give it a try...

Dave



On Wed, Sep 3, 2008 at 8:16 AM, cowie <ccowie at cowieassociates.com> wrote:
>
> I have enjoyed the sailing discussions on this forum for about four months
> and appreciate the level of enthusiasm and input.  I introduced myself
> originally with a slide show and description of my test sail at General
> Boats in the spring of 2008 and have ordered a new R22 for delivery the
> spring of 2009.  While I don't have a lot to offer as a newbie out of water
> I look forward to being able to offer advice on various sailing topics next
> year.
>
> I was initially put off by the political banter and name calling back and
> forth.  I made it clear in my introduction that I view the forum for sailing
> not politics.  I check in everyday to see what new topics are discussed and
> this is quite useful as I think about the various options I could consider
> on my new R22.  Having to scroll thru a handful of political discussions to
> sort out the relevant sailing topics is a bit of an inconvenience but one I
> am willing to live with if it keeps the sailing discussion alive.  It is
> evident that a lot of regular forum members enjoy talking politics on a
> daily basis but these are also the same members willing to jump in and offer
> valuable advice and input about sailing.
>
> I will continue to lurk about the edges until I get my feet wet next spring.
>
>
>
> Paul Krawitz wrote:
>>
>> While I appreciate the desire for people to express theirpolitical
>> viewpoints, the use of Rhodes22.orgas the vehicle to do this dilutes the
>> value of this
>> newsgroup for informational exchange regarding sailing, engines,
>> rigging, boating venues, and of course, the Rhodes 22 itself.
>>
>> Consequently, although I have received several
>> helpful communications regarding my second Rhodes,
>> I find myself deleting the discussions automatically
>> unless I've posted a question. Thus, I miss out on
>> potentially useful information.
>>
>> Is it possible that an alternate discussion group could
>> be created for those subscribers who wish to pursue
>> political commentary, thus maintaining the "purity" of
>> the Rhodes22.org web site and newsgroup?
>>
>> Are there any other subscribers who concur?
>>
>> Paul K
>> "Clarity"
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