General Discussion Of Moderation Procedures 11.0

I have noticed in the PT forum some admins tend to 'pick apart' posts they don't aggree with for no other reason than they can find a reason to. They also come accross as very confrontational while doing so. Unfortunately, this adds to the 'aggressivenes' of the forum. When posters see mods responding in a confrontational way it only gives them more license to be overly aggressive.As an example take the response to an OP I presented. Why not just say? "Considering how long your OP is, it would be nice if you provided appropriate structure for smoother reading." Why begin with an introductory snide remark that is condescending?After re-reading my OP I aggree my paragraph structure could have been better partitioned and I did in fact edit the post. I just find it odd that admins think it is best to respond in a way which is likely to provoke a negative response. You see this quite often in the PT forum. The debate itself is heated enough. Do we need more flames to fan the fire?Just offering up some observations. I am not trying to insult anyone. It's your forum and you can operate it however you like.

No apology neccesary. Based on the usual razzing that goes on I perhaps overacted and took the comment as a confrontational jab. Perhaps I need to take my own advice and not take things too serious. Although I used to moderate an internet forum for a University website I really don't have much experience discussing or debating such topics in this format. I also have never been to a forum where original posts are edited for content before they are published - they are just deleted if they get out of hand. I need to adjust I guess. I am used to the Helter skelter approach to internet debate.As far as structure, I would aggree often mine is not the best but I generally post at work and type fast(for obvious reasons). Based on your constructive crticism I aggree and at least can try to pay more attention to the details when possible.Anyways, thanks for the reply and explanation.Also,My apology for jumping to conclusions and not practicing what I preach. I often suffer from Foot-In-Mouth disease. In my defense my brain cells are still fermenting from my night out on the town.Edited by Grizz, : No reason given.