New DIS Board policy in effect

[Kimberle]

Pie vs cake??? Oh, my, how ever can I choose

(I'm so happy for the new policy. The Comm brd has gotten so "ugly". Threads that started out perfectly "innocent" would get so sour.....)

 

[Tissa]

Great policy, it's the easiest way for a fight to break out, well next to resort mugs and pool hopping.

I voted for cake.

 

[Cruz Family]

Amen to that brother.....oops!!!

 

[disneydan864]

Id Go with Pie

As for the rest i think its a joke,but thats just me

Have a Great XMAS OPPS

 

[simonkodousek]

I'm in the mood for brownies with hot chocolate.

 

[wishspirit]

After a topic on Ellen's Universe of Energy became a religious debate I can understand where this new rule comes from! Its very hard for the mods to draw a line, this makes it much easier blanket rule. I for one don't mind not discussing religion or politics, it might make it easier to head on over to the community board now!

I'm gonna add strudel into the fray of puddings and deserts!

 

[DisneyDayTripper]

What about those big cookie cakes? DW made one a month or so ago and it was fantastic. Also the ice cream cakes from Dairy Queen...

 

[saturday97]

Thanks for the update.

I always thought it was interesting that people would want to use a Disney forum/community as a place to talk about so many different topics. Ostensibly, we all meet here to talk about Disney and exchange travel tips, but it has become so much more. It really is amazing that Disney serves as such a connecting thread for so many folks.

Thanks for your continued efforts to make this a fun and friendly place for us to meet.

 

[IWISHFORDISNEY]

I vote for pie.....it's like a religious experience for me.

<oh shoot - I just broke both new rules>

OK just spit my coffee out.

Finally is all I have to say.

Oh BTW I go with the green party. Bread Pudding Rules

 

[Madi100]

I vote for pie.....it's like a religious experience for me.

<oh shoot - I just broke both new rules>

I knew I liked you for a reason. All these crazy people that vote for cake are just plain crazy. And, I don't think it's possible to break rules when you are discussing pie.

 

[DVCsince02]

Debates on cake versus pie versus brownies are fine BTW.

Cuz we all know is the winner.

 

[mommyceratops]

What kind of cake? I had an awesome huge carrot cake the other day that was to die for...If I die I want that again!!

But then again there is nothing better than a warm brownie with some ice cream?? Hmmmmm....

Sorry what else did you say Kevin?

 

[jcb]

I don't suppose the new policy could be extended to "D23" could it?

 

[DisneyKevin]

For the most part I have always tried to avoid controversy on these boards. Esp. on those two topics as there is no right or wrong answer. Everyone has an opinion as is there right (although at times I like a lot of others have felt the need to speak up). However I do not agree with this policy. It is censorship any way you cut it.(And I have heard many times people defending this by saying it is a private owned board and they can do what they want. This is just an excuse to avoid the issue. Also when you start asking people and companies for sponsorship you are giving up that right.) Where does it end. I understand these boards are supposed to be all about Disney so if they want to keep it about Disney why are there all those other boards that have nothing to do with Disney. If you want to avoid the majority of controversy than stick to the topic of the boards which is disney and cut out all the off topic stuff not just politics and religion. As they said there are other forums to discuss these topics. And if they are going to cut these topics out on the boards does that also apply to the podcast? And how are they going to enforce politics/religion when often times politics/religion comes in when discussing disneys business decisions?

I'm not sure the censorship thing applies in this situation.

You are free to disagree with anything said on this forum or any other forum and as long as you follow guidelines, no one will discourage you.

You are also free to pour your heart, soul and fortune into starting any website that you wish to start. This website can contain anything you want it to contain. You might decide to be the only voice on your website and not let there be any dissenting opinion, Again...this isnt censorship or taking away someones free speech. You are free to say whatever you want on YOUR website.

A similar example would be a newspaper. You may vehemently disagree with something written in a newspaper, That doesnt mean that the newspaper has any obligation to print your disagreement and again, this isnt censorship. You are free to start your own newspaper.

The sponsors of this website are all related to Disney travel (except for the Google ads). I'm fairly certain that none of them agreed to advertise on these forums because of the political or religious debates. As I'm sure you know...there are no religions or political parties paying to advertise on this site.

As for the podcast...again....you have been given a forum to talk about what is said on the podcast. You are invited to come here free of charge and express your opinion, whether you agree or disagree, as long as you do it within the guidelines of of this webiste. If you feel the need or desire to saythings outside of the guidelines of this website, you are free to start your own. This is the very nature of free speech and the lack of censorship.

As a guest...even a sponsoring guest...you are not entitled to write your own rules when visiting this or any other website or publication. You are entitled to your own opinion and you have the power to express that on your website, publication or podcast.

 

[maroo]

I have a few questions...

1. Does this apply to PM's?

2. Does this mean we can not type out a prayer on a thread for a child that is sick?

I don't know of any occasion where a debate has been started on any thread that I have participated in...but I want to make sure I am not breaking the rules.

 

[DLBDS]

Sounds like a great policy to me, Kevin.

 

[DisneyKevin]

The policy is not looking to discourage prayers, pixie dust, holiday wishes etc.

The policy is to discourage "my religion is better than your religion and as such...you will rot in a very warm place" or "if you believe such and such...you are an idiot".

It is also to dsicourage "the <insert approrpriate political affiliation> is to blame for everything from global warming to pool hopping".

As for PMs....you are free to PM what you like...as long as the recipient is not offended or attacked.

An example....you can PM prayers etc. You can not PM "you are an idiot because...."

I have a few questions...

1. Does this apply to PM's?

2. Does this mean we can not type out a prayer on a thread for a child that is sick?

I don't know of any occasion where a debate has been started on any thread that I have participated in...but I want to make sure I am not breaking the rules.

 

[LudwigVB]

Take it from someone who is not afraid to talk about religion or politics and who does not mind disagreeing over or debating the issues, I think this is a necessary and even good policy for these boards. Religion and politics are topics that shape our lives. They deal with personal, and sometimes (but not always) private decisions, and it is very difficult, perhaps even impossible, to show each other the proper respect we all deserve through the medium of an internet discussion forum.

Instead of complaining about censorship, I think the appropriate approach to the policy is to be grateful for everyone at the DIS for making this community possible. Here's a thought: If Disney ever created a forum as part of D23, does anyone actually think they will allow just any discussion to take place? If Disney, a private company, can take measures to control the good of their product, then why should the DIS not be allowed the same concern?

 

[DVCsince02]

So a PM saying my cake is better than your cake is good?

 

[maroo]

The policy is not looking to discourage prayers, pixie dust, holiday wishes etc.

The policy is to discourage "my religion is better than your religion and as such...you will rot in a very warm place" or "if you believe such and such...you are an idiot".

It is also to dsicourage "the <insert approrpriate political affiliation> is to blame for everything from global warming to pool hopping".

As for PMs....you are free to PM what you like...as long as the recipient is not offended or attacked.

An example....you can PM prayers etc. You can not PM "you are an idiot because...."

Thank you for answering!

I was getting a little concerned over here. We don't have any of those discussions, so our threads should be good! Thank you for letting us know!!

It is also to dsicourage "the <insert approrpriate political affiliation> is to blame for everything from global warming to pool hopping".

And that was just FUNNY!