When one writes a blog post, it’s obviously from one’s personal point of view. Once it’s in the open, then becomes a shared view; the reader’s point of view is what builds the discussions around a post. Sometimes one may agree with the expressed views while other times, not so much. And that’s what makes the comments after a post such a fervent breeding ground for ideas. By the same token my blog is my home and as the owner, I’m responsible for what goes on inside.
I don’t mind if you attack me for my views. Heck, I’m big and ugly enough to take your shots, and it shows me that you’re passionate about a topic – and I would never discourage passion.
Besides, I’m the person that’s invoked that reaction, so if it’s an attack, let’s have it open and unfiltered (although keeping it respectful would be nice).
But attacking another commenter – that’s poor form.
I’m a firm believer in an open comment policy and am open to all views and words.
But let’s treat the guests (and that includes you) nicely. Otherwise, you will be moderated and deleted where I feel it’s applicable. Continue to be abusive and you will be banned.
The same goes for comments that include slanderous statements. As the owner of my blog, I won’t allow allegations that could result in legal play – such comments will be removed.
And let’s keep the bigotry, hate, sexism, crudity and all that other fun stuff off here too. Oh, and no affiliate links in the comments, please – instead, feel free to point to any blog posts you’ve written about a particular affiliate program.
Sounds fair?
PS: Please use real names – no SEO-driven keyword names. You get a link back to your site anyway thanks to the Do-Follow arrangement here, so there’s no need to go double SEO on me. Names that are blatant linkbait will be edited.
Last updated October 2020.