Politics and Religion

In our time on other Ham Radio forums, we have seen that two areas will cause division and hatred among operators more than any other subjects- Politics and Religion. Therefore, we ask that you refrain from posting topics of a political or religious nature. Such postings will be removed and repeated offenders will be blocked from the forum.

We would rather not have a rule like this, but experience has taught us that such topics do nothing but divide a group of people who would otherwise get along. Lets share our common interest in Ham Radio rather than talk about what drives us apart.

If you want to talk politics or religion, there are hundreds of other sites for that.

I think this is a good general rule to follow. I have seen too many forums that have gone to pot and members who might have otherwise gotten along become filled with animosity and contempt over differing political views. And once they have gone overboard bringing back tolerance and civility becomes impossible. I think there are plenty of interesting topics that can be discussed without having to del;ve into controversial and heated political and religious arguments. This is a good rule and I think we should stick with it.

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