Partisan Politics on the Board

[admin]

Do you want partisan political talk on the board or not?

[aces1180]

I probably won't participate, but I enjoy reading train wreck threads.

[EndZoneQB]

Not particularly, if for no other reason, I know there are extremes of views here. If we do have, I say it stays in political type threads, maybe a sub-forum, I don't want to read partisan politics in a recruiting thread, for example.

[aces1180]

Not particularly, if for no other reason, I know there are extremes of views here. If we do have, I say it stays in political type threads, maybe a sub-forum, I don't want to read partisan politics in a recruiting thread, for example.

Yeah, I agree...Start a separate Forum for it.

[NDSUstudent]

Not particularly, if for no other reason, I know there are extremes of views here. If we do have, I say it stays in political type threads, maybe a sub-forum, I don't want to read partisan politics in a recruiting thread, for example.

Agreed, its own sub-forum is the best way to do it. I don't really want to see partisan politics pollute the entire board either.

[Bisonguy]

Keep it off the board altogether. The biases will carry over to the rest of the forum, just like they did on AGS when it went to hell.

If we add a politics subforum, we might as well add a /B/ subforum as well.
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[roadwarrior]

There are other boards out there for politcal bull. Keep it off this one.

[LikeMothers]

The bombing thread went too far.

[NorthernBison]

Bison Athletics brings us together. Politics divides. Allowing it is an incredibly risky move.

[North Side]

After a while I just get sick of the endless arguing that ultimately results in yourself feeling upset because you will not accomplish much by arguing with people on a message boards.

[1998braves64]

As said there other places where politics can be debated... know that way too many here have opposing views we don't need people getting into arguments and hissy fits over political views... (already happens enough the way it is and this is coming from a guy who loves to talk politics...) people are here to be Bison fans first.

[Bison bison]

After a while I just get sick of the endless arguing that ultimately results in yourself feeling upset because you will not accomplish much by arguing with people on a message boards.

Huh.

I've found message boards to be a great forum of debate on a number of topics including politics, religion, and Kim kardashian. Open kinds, well constructing arguments, fact-based discussions, and collegial sparing... That kind of thing.



I like the board politics free, save ndsurelated discussions.

[Trumpster]

After seeing what's being posted on the Boston thread. Stamp that shit out like an ember on straw.

[runtheoption]

A political forum would be wonderful. I am afraid you crazy liberals, right wing nutters, Democrats, Republicans, fascists, communists, libertarians, independents, populists, Green Party folks, and fundamentalists would ruin it for the rest of us.

[Bison bison]

Im sure tranny would be interested in a glbt forum.

[HerdBot]

Yes but have a separate forum

[TbonZach]

After seeing what's being posted on the Boston thread. Stamp that shit out like an ember on straw.

What he said.

If the back-and-forth is that bad on this subject, then I'd hate to see it on some other topics. And like someone earlier said on here (I'm too lazy to remember who) when politics are allowed, even in separate sections, it tends to merge into other non-political sections.

[BadlandsBison]

Can bisonville still unionize? The fraternal order of internet complainers and Vigen correcters. Maybe get a lobbyist for the fullback dive?

[Bison 4 Life]

Yeah, I agree...Start a separate Forum for it.

That would be the easiest solution.

[SamsRams]

Xenu>Jesus


too soon?

[HandoEX]

Nothing good will come from having politics of any kind on a sports forum.

[loudsilverado]

Xenu>Jesus


too soon?

You have serious issues.

[BisonTeacher]

A political forum would be wonderful. I am afraid you crazy liberals, right wing nutters, Democrats, Republicans, fascists, communists, libertarians, independents, populists, Green Party folks, and fundamentalists would ruin it for the rest of us.

And dont forget the pillow biters.

P.C.U. ....great movie.


Edit....oh yeah...i voted no.

[OrygunBison]

I think it would be great if there was any way at all for it to be civil at the same time. I'm not sure what happened to our world to make it so that most people cannot have a respectful debate of opposing views. It's pretty sad, really. For that reason, I would say no. There would be no way to keep out the venom and that venom would easily spread elsewhere. Look how destructive it is when it leaks in now.

This whole thing makes me think a lot about my dad, who we lost last summer. He and I used to have great discussions about life, the world, religion, America, health care, and the way things just ought to be. Even though he brought me up, we have always come at "solutions" from totally different perspectives. The great thing is that he was always so good at listening and responding to what I said. He did not have a pre-scripted argument that he was waiting to unleash on anyone that would listen...as do so many other people. He was a thinker and a doer. I know that it may seem impossible given the state of these sorts of things anymore but there have been so many times that my or his opinion on a very complex topic was altered a bit or even changed altogether based on what the other one said. I wish the rest of the world were like that. We'd certainly be better off. I really miss those talks.

Sorry to be a downer.

[LITTLEGUYSINGREEN]

Bison Athletics brings us together. Politics divides. Allowing it is an incredibly risky move.

What he said.

[HandoEX]

I think it would be great if there was any way at all for it to be civil at the same time. I'm not sure what happened to our world to make it so that most people cannot have a respectful debate of opposing views. It's pretty sad, really. For that reason, I would say no. There would be no way to keep out the venom and that venom would easily spread elsewhere. Look how destructive it is when it leaks in now.

This whole thing makes me think a lot about my dad, who we lost last summer. He and I used to have great discussions about life, the world, religion, America, health care, and the way things just ought to be. Even though he brought me up, we have always come at "solutions" from totally different perspectives. The great thing is that he was always so good at listening and responding to what I said. He did not have a pre-scripted argument that he was waiting to unleash on anyone that would listen...as do so many other people. He was a thinker and a doer. I know that it may seem impossible given the state of these sorts of things anymore but there have been so many times that my or his opinion on a very complex topic was altered a bit or even changed altogether based on what the other one said. I wish the rest of the world were like that. We'd certainly be better off. I really miss those talks.

Sorry to be a downer.
There are plenty of sites to discuss politics. I read this forum for sports and entertainment, not things that really matter like politics.

[Answer Guy]

Do you want partisan political talk on the board or not?

Could you just allow the side that I agree with? The other side is batshit crazy and will cause the ruination of America. Thanks.

[IzzyFlexion]

voting no........

[aces1180]

There are plenty of sites to discuss politics. I read this forum for sports and entertainment, not things that really matter like politics.

Precise the reason I voted yes... ;)

[mebisonII]

Nope, it would become a political board that had some football on it.

I actually thing you walk the line here pretty well, as far as allowing a little respectful discussion, but warning and/or cutting it off when it starts to get outside the lines. Someone or another always gets their feathers ruffled about what was or wasn't moderated, but its a subjective thing, so that's always going to happen.

[BlueBisonRock]

Best analysis and advice I have seen on BV in a long time. Politics ain't gonna happen here because of the immediate reaction to any opinion that does not fit the speaker's opinion. Even when the opinions align, peeps get butt hurt.

Lets call this post a point of light in a rather large abyss.


I think it would be great if there was any way at all for it to be civil at the same time. I'm not sure what happened to our world to make it so that most people cannot have a respectful debate of opposing views. It's pretty sad, really. For that reason, I would say no. There would be no way to keep out the venom and that venom would easily spread elsewhere. Look how destructive it is when it leaks in now.

This whole thing makes me think a lot about my dad, who we lost last summer. He and I used to have great discussions about life, the world, religion, America, health care, and the way things just ought to be. Even though he brought me up, we have always come at "solutions" from totally different perspectives. The great thing is that he was always so good at listening and responding to what I said. He did not have a pre-scripted argument that he was waiting to unleash on anyone that would listen...as do so many other people. He was a thinker and a doer. I know that it may seem impossible given the state of these sorts of things anymore but there have been so many times that my or his opinion on a very complex topic was altered a bit or even changed altogether based on what the other one said. I wish the rest of the world were like that. We'd certainly be better off. I really miss those talks.

Sorry to be a downer.

[EndZoneQB]

I'll put it this way...politics would be more harmful here than lakes ever has...just keep them away and bring him back...

[JMB]

I'll put it this way...politics would be more harmful here than lakes ever has...just keep them away and bring him back...

What about Lakes talking politics? That could be interesting...

[NDSU1980]

I have no problem with it staying off the board, but I have a big problem with the bias this board shows. It seems you can bitch all you want about some politicians even if it has nothing to do with NDSU, but the next political comment gets slapped down. Keep it fair and I don't have a problem. Let someone from the evil side take a cheap shot and I'll certainly take one back at the opposition.

You know who you are.

[unbison]

What about Lakes talking politics? That could be interesting...
its not look at his twitter

[Bison bison]

I have no problem with it staying off the board, but I have a big problem with the bias this board shows. It seems you can bitch all you want about some politicians even if it has nothing to do with NDSU, but the next political comment gets slapped down. Keep it fair and I don't have a problem. Let someone from the evil side take a cheap shot and I'll certainly take one back at the opposition.

You know who you are.

This.

Makes me think of how Mertens passes and George W are alike...



(High and to the Right)

[MAKBison]

PP are already on this board!

[CAS4127]

Politics would ruin this Forum/cite. I am an Admin on an Indian Motorcycle Forum that has several thousand members from both U.S. and other countries across the world. We Admins had to nix politics because it was affecting the overall integrity if the Forum's purpose--Indian MC's. I think the same would happen here. I thread about Vigen, for example, would end up with political beliefs interjected--and we certainly would not want that to happen!! :) SRSLY tho, I think politics being an "open" topic here would cause many to leave or stop posting. What politics are already posted is almost too much (and I am guilty as charged at times)-->I vote NO.



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[runtheoption]

SRSLY tho, I think politics being an "open" topic here would cause many to leave or stop posting.

If it means you stop posting, I vote "Yes"!! SRSLY.

[SDbison]

Nothing good will come from having politics of any kind on a sports forum. Hando, not every part of this messageboard is sports related. Look at all the joke threads. Guess they should not be about jokes in your world. As usual just a lot of PC stuff goes on here. Already, since those that monitor this messageboard lean a certain way politically, they tend to let things go when it is in their best interest. Just sayin.

[ndsubison1]

dont like it dont read it

[Facts]

As long as we all can agree on the principle of "self-responsibility"... then yes.
Hmmm

[TransAmBison]

CAS is a moderator on another messageboard? That is too messed up for words.

[sambini]

No politics please....

[56BISON73]

CAS is a moderator on another messageboard? That is too messed up for words.

:biggrin::eek::eek::eek:

[CAS4127]

CAS is a moderator on another messageboard? That is too messed up for words.

I have a secret, black side to my life that only the CIA knew about until today....


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[56BISON73]

I have a secret, black side to my life that only the CIA knew about until today....


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Did you work with Chuck Barass?

[LikeMothers]

I have a secret, black side to my life that only the CIA knew about until today....

http://www.doblu.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/spieslikeus10124.jpg

[Bison bison]

Did you work with Chuck Barass?

No, Chuck E. Cheese.

[Answer Guy]

Is this too political?

http://i744.photobucket.com/albums/xx89/NDACAnswerGuy/TrannyNope_zps036ce2e3.gif (http://s744.photobucket.com/user/NDACAnswerGuy/media/TrannyNope_zps036ce2e3.gif.html)

[Rockbear99]

Hando, not every part of this messageboard is sports related. Look at all the joke threads. Guess they should not be about jokes in your world. As usual just a lot of PC stuff goes on here. Already, since those that monitor this messageboard lean a certain way politically, they tend to let things go when it is in their best interest. Just sayin.

Its not our fault you lean the wrong way. LOL:duel:

[WYOBISONMAN]

SD is a righty.........I am a lefty........let's keep the politics off here and discuss stuff that SD and I can agree on. Saul damn well better produce next year! ;)

[BlueBisonRock]

SD is a righty.........I am a lefty........let's keep the politics off here and discuss stuff that SD and I can agree on. Saul damn well better produce next year! ;)


And, I believe I have seen the two of you having a drink together with no intention of pummeling the other.

Amazing what a Grain Belt and a liter of Jag can accomplish.

[EndZoneQB]

SD is a righty.........I am a lefty........let's keep the politics off here and discuss stuff that SD and I can agree on. Saul damn well better produce next year! ;)

Yeahhh, I'd take that a step further. SD is right of most rightys and you are left of most leftys...lol

[56BISON73]

Yeahhh, I'd take that a step further. SD is right of most rightys and you are left of most leftys...lol

I heard this the other day---if he was anymore to the left he would be right handed.

[tony]

I heard this the other day---if he was anymore to the left he would be right handed.

Interesting. I've always thought that the spectrum of political thought is not a line with "right" on one side and "left" on the way other side, but rather a circle - if one person goes far enough left and another person goes far enough right, they'll meet up in the land of batshit crazies.

[JMB]

Interesting. I've always thought that the spectrum of political thought is not a line with "right" on one side and "left" on the way other side, but rather a circle - if one person goes far enough left and another person goes far enough right, they'll meet up in the land of batshit crazies.

Interesting in theory, however in reality I think it goes more like this...

Step 1) Determine what I want to call myself.
Step 2) Determine what you are called
Step 3) If 1<>2 then automatically take the opposite position and declare the other person stupid, wrong, evil, socialist, war criminal, bla bla bla...
If 1=2 then agree on everything disregarding any potential illogical positions. (I.E. Gun Control vs Patriot Act)

[56BISON73]

Interesting. I've always thought that the spectrum of political thought is not a line with "right" on one side and "left" on the way other side, but rather a circle - if one person goes far enough left and another person goes far enough right, they'll meet up in the land of batshit crazies.

Well that certainly explains alot of things. :biggrin:

[overquota]

This site is for sports, I log on to get away from everything else, there are a million plus forums and blogs dedicated to politics, not here PLEASE.

[reformedUNDfan]

if you want to talk politics on a sports forum filled with bison, there is a place for that.

http://www.anygivensaturday.com/forumdisplay.php?57-Political-Board

[Hammerhead]

I voted no just because this is a place I go to for fun and chat with other Bison fans. Why divide us unnecessarily?

[tcbison]

I voted no just because this is a place I go to for fun and chat with other Bison fans. Why divide us unnecessarily?

Agreed. Plus look at the results of the poll. Just say no.

[Fast50Dad]

Agreed. Plus look at the results of the poll. Just say no.

Would you accept
2821 ?

I agree.