Closing Thread on Autistic Parliament Member in Politics Forum

Thread starter causalset
Start date Jul 10, 2010

In summary, the thread on the autistic parliament member in the politics forum was closed due to a violation of the forum's guidelines on respectful and inclusive discussions. This includes the use of derogatory or discriminatory language towards any group or individual, including those with disabilities. While discussions on the impact of disabilities on political careers can be valuable, it is important to do so in a respectful and inclusive manner. The thread in question was closed because it devolved into ableist language and personal attacks. The forum's guidelines also prohibit any discussions that promote hate, discrimination, or violence towards any group or individual, including discussions on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and disabilities. If a member feels their thread was unfairly closed, they can reach out to

Jul 10, 2010

causalset

Why did you close the thread about autistic parliament member, on the politics forum? Given that it was posted on politics section, it is on topic.

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For starters, Larry Craig is neither autistic nor a "parliament" member. That was all made up by you.

Related to Closing Thread on Autistic Parliament Member in Politics Forum

1. What was the reason for closing the thread on the autistic parliament member in the politics forum?

The thread was closed due to a violation of the forum's guidelines on respectful and inclusive discussions. As per the guidelines, derogatory or discriminatory language towards any group or individual, including those with disabilities, is not allowed.

2. Can't we have a discussion about the parliament member's disability and how it may affect their political career?

While discussions about the impact of disabilities on political careers can be valuable, it is important to do so in a respectful and inclusive manner. The thread in question was closed because it devolved into ableist language and personal attacks, which goes against the forum's guidelines.

3. I didn't see any derogatory language in the thread. Why was it closed?

Sometimes, the use of ableist language may not be obvious to everyone. However, the moderators are responsible for enforcing the forum's guidelines and have the final say on what is considered respectful and inclusive discourse. If any member feels that a thread has violated the guidelines, they can report it to the moderators for review.

4. Are there any other topics that are off-limits for discussion in the forum?

The forum's guidelines prohibit any discussions that promote hate, discrimination, or violence towards any group or individual. This includes discussions on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and disabilities. Any threads that violate these guidelines will be closed or removed by the moderators.

5. Can we appeal the decision to close the thread?

If a member feels that their thread was unfairly closed, they can reach out to the moderators to discuss the issue. However, it is important to remember that the moderators have the final say on enforcing the forum's guidelines and their decision is not up for debate. It is always best to approach discussions in a respectful and inclusive manner to avoid any potential conflicts.