I don't know, is it just me or . . .

Venturion · 02-14-2007, 01:10 PM

. . . does any one else find the recent emergence of political "bumper-stickers" in some posts a little too in-your-face, regardless of one's political leanings?

I highly value the contributions of ALL the posters here, and enjoy this environment as being a respite from divisiveness, being focussed on matters of artistic endeavor.

The loud and visual politicking trashes the elevated tone of neutrality here, in my opinion. Can't we leave it out?

The American election cycle is long and dreary, nasty, offensive and corrupt. We will be gagging on it plenty soon enough elsewhere. THIS forum, in any case, is international in scope, and concerned with much better purposes.

-- Venturion

TrentAustin · 02-14-2007, 01:12 PM

I couldn't agree with you more.

ps: Vote Dizzy!

Firestas'1 · 02-14-2007, 01:51 PM

My sentiments exactly. I dread the ad's on TV and everywhere else, this should be a haven away from that stuff.

Vulgano Brother · 02-14-2007, 01:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TrentAustin

I couldn't agree with you more.

ps: Vote Dizzy!

kadleck · 02-14-2007, 02:38 PM

Good call Venturion. I like this place alot more now that the Religion/Politics Forum is closed. These are just a reminder, Plus, if you'd lurked around long enough you pretty much know how most folks feel politically.

Although I'm no fan of sensorship, I'd say the same could go for the avatars. Enough with the photos of Bush in front of the "Mission Accomplished" banner or of Hilary picking her nose.

Tony

gzent · 02-14-2007, 02:41 PM

I would like to see the politically oriented signatures banned as well, but watcha gonna do?

Mikey · 02-14-2007, 02:47 PM

This topic has been previously brought up, and the administrator is aware of it. I would suggest that this thread be moved to the lounge. Keep Manny's forum clear of these issues.

Solar Bell · 02-14-2007, 02:59 PM

The point was made and the "Bumper Stickers" are gone.

-cw-

B15M · 02-14-2007, 04:10 PM

It did bug me, I'm glad there gone.

rowuk · 02-14-2007, 06:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kadleck

Good call Venturion. I like this place alot more now that the Religion/Politics Forum is closed. These are just a reminder, Plus, if you'd lurked around long enough you pretty much know how most folks feel politically.

Although I'm no fan of sensorship, I'd say the same could go for the avatars. Enough with the photos of Bush in front of the "Mission Accomplished" banner or of Hilary picking her nose.

Tony

maybe the people with the politically motivated Avatars have nothing in their life that would make a suitable substitute? Danial Barenboim picking his nose would be better than Hilary, or Manny with a Mission Accomplished banner in front of his youth orchestra - the rite of spring is one heck of a mission!

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Venturion New Friend Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: New Jersey, USA Posts: 22	I don't know, is it just me or . . . . . . does any one else find the recent emergence of political "bumper-stickers" in some posts a little too in-your-face, regardless of one's political leanings? I highly value the contributions of ALL the posters here, and enjoy this environment as being a respite from divisiveness, being focussed on matters of artistic endeavor. The loud and visual politicking trashes the elevated tone of neutrality here, in my opinion. Can't we leave it out? The American election cycle is long and dreary, nasty, offensive and corrupt. We will be gagging on it plenty soon enough elsewhere. THIS forum, in any case, is international in scope, and concerned with much better purposes. -- Venturion
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Firestas'1 Piano User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: New Jersey Brand: Bach Posts: 368	Re: I don't know, is it just me or . . . My sentiments exactly. I dread the ad's on TV and everywhere else, this should be a haven away from that stuff.
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kadleck Artist in Residence Piano User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: new york Posts: 469	Re: I don't know, is it just me or . . . Good call Venturion. I like this place alot more now that the Religion/Politics Forum is closed. These are just a reminder, Plus, if you'd lurked around long enough you pretty much know how most folks feel politically. Although I'm no fan of sensorship, I'd say the same could go for the avatars. Enough with the photos of Bush in front of the "Mission Accomplished" banner or of Hilary picking her nose. Tony

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