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Current Events => The DUmpster => Topic started by: franksolich on November 13, 2010, 08:12:21 PM
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http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=437x43
Oh my.
lumberjack_jeff (1000+ posts) Wed Oct-13-10 02:26 PM
THE PAUL BUNYAN PRIMITIVE
Original message
It is time to create a mens forum / group.
The process for requesting a group is defined here.
With other interest areas, this process appears to work without a great deal of friction. In the recent past moderators have been instructed to summarily lock threads requesting a mens forum or group, but the "ten supporters" criteria has been met many times, which stands to reason because, like women's issues, mens issues are of interest to most DU'ers.
I would suggest; "Issues of interest to men" as a mission statement. It is both condescending and predjudicial to do more than point out that those discussions, like all discussions here, will be strictly compliant with the rules, and consistent with the mission of DU.
One frequent question that comes up in this context is "What will you talk about?" The answer is I don't know and frankly wouldn't presume to guess. Health? Work? Hobbies? The economy? Food/drink? Kids? Marriage? Society? The only fair and morally consistent delimiter is that it will be strictly compliant with the rules.
If we are to be true to DU's mission, allowing a mens forum should absolutely NOT be "too controversial".
Thanks for ATA.
Skinner ADMIN (1000+ posts) Wed Oct-13-10 03:02 PM
franksolich's FELLOW ALUM SKINS
Response to Original message
1. Admittedly, I have been reluctant to do this in the past.
Some of our members have expressed reservations about the idea, and I want to be sensitive to their concerns.
But I think, ultimately, the proof will be in the pudding. It is not fair to summarily dismiss the idea without giving it a chance. So yes, we'll do it.
I know you have waited a long time for this. Would you mind if we waited until after the election?
lumberjack_jeff (1000+ posts) Wed Oct-13-10 06:09 PM
THE PAUL BUNYAN PRIMITIVE
Response to Reply #1
2. No, I don't mind. And thank you.
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.....and then one month later:
lumberjack_jeff (1000+ posts) Fri Nov-12-10 11:01 PM
THE PAUL BUNYAN PRIMITIVE
Response to Reply #1
3. Do the admins have an ETA on this?
Thanks in advance.
One gets the idea my fellow alum doesn't want to do this.
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I don't see why this would even be controversial. If you guys wanted a mens group, I doubt any of the ladies would object, though we would probably crash it like you guys crash the Spa :-)
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Skinner ADMIN (1000+ posts) Wed Oct-13-10 03:02 PM
Response to Original message
1. Some of our members have expressed reservations about the idea, and I want to be sensitive to their concerns.
Of course. This is why there won't be a men's group at DU. Don't hold your breath, Jeff.
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Liberals are threatened by a gathering of men.
I'm betting the gals won't be the ones invading, but rather the gays.
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I think this is what he means when he wants a "men's group"...
[youtube=425,350]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5zey8567bcg[/youtube]
There's even a German version with English subtitles (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aiVOG199X2c&feature=related).
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Yes British Columbian men are fags....I agree. :-)
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Liberals are threatened by a gathering of men.
I'm betting the gals won't be the ones invading, but rather the gays.
Right...bunch of canadian gays taking over Canada...I can see it happening! :lmao:
Oh and Mr. Mannn....This OUR Leader.....
http://www.cbc.ca/politics/story/2010/11/08/harper-israel-anti-semitism.html
Harper: 'I've got bruises' for pro-Israel stance
:hammer: :hammer: :hammer:
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I don't see why this would even be controversial. If you guys wanted a mens group, I doubt any of the ladies would object, though we would probably crash it like you guys crash the Spa :-)
There is one, but you have to be invited, know the url and know the password. Kind of like the moderator's forum is.
Just kidding. :-)
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I don't see why this would even be controversial. If you guys wanted a mens group, I doubt any of the ladies would object, though we would probably crash it like you guys crash the Spa :-)
OMG! I so have to get out of the Dumpster, I didn't know we had a Spa forum!
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:rotf: You really should explore the site more.
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:rotf: You really should explore the site more.
:lmao:
I know! this forum is kind of addictive though. I did find the Spa, I love talking hair and make-up.
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mmm a mens forum.... :gay:
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Do the pink tutus on the island qualify to join?
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I don't see why this would even be controversial. If you guys wanted a mens group, I doubt any of the ladies would object, though we would probably crash it like you guys crash the Spa :-)
We don't do that here.
:clueless: :rofl:
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mmm a mens forum....
Technically isn't that the Short Bus forum? after all there's lots of boobiz. :whistling: :-)
I'll bet good money there'll never ever be a turd burglar forum here.
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I think this is what he means when he wants a "men's group"...
[youtube=425,350]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5zey8567bcg[/youtube]
There's even a German version with English subtitles (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aiVOG199X2c&feature=related).
:lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:
lumberjack_jeff (1000+ posts) Wed Oct-13-10 02:26 PM
~snip~
One frequent question that comes up in this context is "What will you talk about?"
Ladies fashion.
Sewing tips.
Home decorating ideas.
Etc...
(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y53/ColonialMarine/Christopher%20Lowell/lowell-1_phixr2.jpg)
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Skinner ADMIN (1000+ posts) Wed Oct-13-10 03:02 PM
Response to Original message
1. Some of our members have expressed reservations about the idea, and I want to be sensitive to their concerns.
Translation:" I don't want to piss off the radical feminists here they scare me..." God he is such a *****! :rotf:
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We don't do that here.
:clueless: :rofl:
Shit, speak for yourself! I crash it regularly!!!!!! :-)
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:lmao: Funny pic, ColonialM!
Trying to picture a DU men's forum. Getting in touch with their innermost feelings? Striving toward self-actualization as a complete human being, including the feminine side? Having sympathetic pregnancy symptoms? Favorite Garrison Keillor/David Sedaris short stories? Locking oneself in the bathroom to have a good cry?
I'd crash it just for the comedy gold.
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Shit, speak for yourself! I crash it regularly!!!!!! :-)
HA HA! :-) I know, I was being sarcastic. :cheersmate:
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And here I thought they might be talking about a drum circle..or this (socialism and sissies):
[youtube=425,350]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0lUjhEHlh7s[/youtube]
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Look up who the first Canadians were. Not in BC. :whatever:
Just sayin... They're so full of it!