Poll: Is CS moving towards an "R" rating?

[Scott M]

I concur with the statements here. Most of the stuff on this site is pretty tame by comparison, and the mutual direction, (the appriciation of fine cigars), has a level of culture and civility not associated with other acitivities.

I frequent several other BB's, most of which have Moderators that monitor the posts and occasionally delete a "questionable" thread. I haven't seen anyone being specifically refered to as a moderator, so I don't know if that's a possibilty, (or even necessary) here.

On AR15.com, the phrase "BOTD", (babe of the day), or some other warning is required in the title when posting a thread containing skin. Again, I don't think the members here would revert to such an adolescent level of posting scantilly clad girly photos just for grins, but it's a decent tag line just the same.

We're all adults. I'd like to think we can limit our "interests" to the main theme of this board.

Scott"myopinionsarefree"M

[Roger Miller"]

I voted yes -- we are moving.
I think k-hat has done a good job of articulating my sentiments.

Originally Posted by kansashat

I don't believe, for the most part, that we are "R" rated, but I do believe we could be headed in that direction if we aren't careful.
It's a touchy subject.!

Regulating speech is always a rat's nest, it is never done right. However, if you haven't noticed, there HAS been a dramatic increase in sophomoric boy's locker room talk on the board. Not that it's "bad" but i believe it belongs in the locker room, not the living room. (perhaps a new forum?) I really don't find it terribly offensive as much as i find it just in bad taste. I am mindful that we have a full cross section of society here.

Originally Posted by kansashat

I think if we display a little discretion & sensitivity, & remember that we cater to all BOTL's & SOTL's, we will be fine.
I do believe that we need to beware in creating an atmosphere of oversensitive political correctness.
There's got to be a balance of good taste & good fun that can be achieved.

Well said! The internet removes social barriers. I'd like to think of Club Stogie as a place that does not forget that, and it's members behave accordingly.

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[G-Man]

I voted NO. With that said, I only frequent the forums that I joined this site for. The World Cigar Lounge and the Review Forums. In those forums there isn't anything (IMO) that has crossed the line. I occasionally visit the other forums and there is some humorous stuff on there that may offend some, but I agree with some of the others in that is if it is questionable, don't read it. Overall, I think this is a great site with a lot of great people and I am happy that I am able to enjoy everyones experience, wisdom and occasional sense of humor.

I would not want to implement some sort of censorship or let a moderator determine what is or isn't offensive. To me, that would change what forums in general are about. I think the police ourselves is the best policy. If you feel someone crosses the line, send them a friendly PM.

[RcktS4]

I'm a very new transplant here, but I have to say that overall, this is one of the most civil boards I have participated in.

I do some surfing at work, and I wouldn't really be happy to pop open a hardcore **** shot while expecting softcore stogie ****, but I have never seen anything like this on here. I do limit my surf to mainly the world cigar and reviews board, though.

I despise the idea of censorship, but I even more highly revere class and decorum. So far, I haven't seen anything offensive to me on this board. I hope it'll stay that way due to the maturity and goodwill of nearly eveyone I have encountered here.
CS rocks.

[Matt R]

I will vote for moving towards "R" rating. Personally, doesn't bother me or affect me at home or at work. But, I know for a fact that it does bother other people here. Some people have positions in their employment that could be jeopardized if they were to be caught with some of the things posted on here. Now, those things may be PG-13 to you or I, but what about to the lady in Human Relations who has had a history of sexual abuse or has been degraded in some form or another, in her past. Do you want to be responsible for her taking out her wrath on a fellow gorilla?? I know I do not. I also don't want to be responsible for a parent having to explain that those bouncing breasts in that picture aren't real, or are just a joke, to their young daughter.

A few have mentioned that they see worse at other sites. Is that an excuse to bring some of the things that are not as bad here?? We have a PM feature on the board here. This could be used to pass on some of the stuff that may be unsuitable to some audiences. As well, the e-mail feature is there too.

I have a feeling that the reason you don't see a few people on here as much as before is that they have either had the site blocked or are blocking it themselves so as not to "get in trouble". I know poker had this issue when another forum we used to frequent started allowing NSFW type posts. He didn't open them, except by accident, while at work, but the IT guys who track the internet use did.

So, IMO, we should try and tone it down a bit. If for no other reason, to show some respect for fellow gorillas who may not have a choice in what is G, PG, PG-13, R or XXX.

[Pablo]

Originally Posted by LasciviousXXX

I think Paul is referring to the recent Mammiferous thread Bruce.

Hell, I thought your post was pretty funny (referring to the Short Story posts).

Actually I was not referring to any individual post, in fact I am not even familiar with the one mentioned above.

My only thought is that I would like to keep this in the format of a gentlemens smoking lounge. We do an OK job of being respectful of everyone on the board, and I just want to make sure it continues. We actually have lost members due to them being offended by something. In all of these cases though, I think the person leaving CS was being a bit sensitive.

[Pablo]

Originally Posted by RcktS4

I despise the idea of censorship, but I even more highly revere class and decorum. So far, I haven't seen anything offensive to me on this board. I hope it'll stay that way due to the maturity and goodwill of nearly eveyone I have encountered here.
CS rocks.

Well said. I like the terms class and decorum. This is not about censorship at all.

[c2000]

Originally Posted by IHT

i think we've had some seriously "racy" posts.
i don't have much of a problem with it, but when the TOPIC of the post is just as "racy" that's when it becomes a problem.

we are adults, and if we know what we're about to look at what could be offensive, then don't open it. especially if the topic is offensive already.

a link to another site should not be a problem, as it takes the person to CLICK it in the first place, who is to blame? the person who posted it, or the person who knew it was going to be offense yet still clicked the link? but, the TOPIC should not be blatently offensive in its own right. <--- that last line is the only problem i've seen.

now, i know i started the first CS short story, and it got kinda explicit, but not nearly as bad as a current topic going right now...

to me, it's not a bother. if i know it's something that could be offensive to others who are looking over my shoulder:
* they shouldn't be looking over my shoulder
* i shouldn't be looking at the stuff at work or with my son around
* who do I blame when I click the link

so, as long as we don't have large nude photos uploaded to the pages, and the topics don't say (in all caps), something offensive, i don't think we'll have a problem. someone mentioned somewhere that a possible acronym in the title might help...

i have a co-worker who sends out highly offensive stuff via work email, and he uses a military term (6) or (watch your six) to let everyone know not to open it unless it's in private company...

i've blabbed on long enough.
i voted we were headed to an R rating, but i would probably change it to PG-13.

Well said...Jerry in Minnesota.

[kamikaiguy]

I voted that we are not on the way to an R rating. But we could slip over the edge really easily. I think we need to keep in mind that fact that the content of the post has seriously declindin the last 3 months. We just need to monitor ourselfs a bit better.

[c2000]

I have posted some of the bouncing breast cartoons that have been referred to here.. I'm not going to apologize to anyone for it.. I thought that this was a forum for adults, I did not know that you were letting your kids look at it and that you were on the forum at work..I suppose some of the pictures in the new photo gallery offend people too.. If some people only want posts like what do you drink with your cigar for the 1000th time then so be it..

Jerry in Minnesota.

[Matt R]

Originally Posted by c2000

I did not know that you were letting your kids look at it and that you were on the forum at work..
Jerry in Minnesota.

That's a pretty naive statement.

Just to clarify my above feelings though. This isn't about me being offended. Hell, it's nearly impossible to offend me. This is about a brotherhood of guys (girls) looking out for one another. If it affects someone else here in a negative way, it in turn should have at least a minimal affect on the rest of us. It's amazing to me how generous some of us can be with giving away cigars, etc., but to not be generous enough not to risk another person's livelihood is beyond me.

[c2000]

[QUOTE=Matt R]That's a pretty naive statement.

QUOTE]

You can stick your opinion of my statement up your butt.


Jerry in Minnesota.

[G-Man]

Well, I guess we all know where C2000 stands.

Thanks for making everyone aware.

[El Rey del Mundo]

What do you expect from a bunch of monkeys?