IBEWoutdoorsman does have one valid point: it is not appropriate to reply to posts with "fuck off" or personal attacks, which does happen frequently on this forum (and other forums) when an OP posts against the rules or something. The OP then naturally gets defensive, and the attackers criticize him/her for "getting butthurt" or being sensitive. The real problem is the attackers originally posting with intent to offend, not that the OP got offended by the comments. If the OP attempts to defend themselves, a debate erupts, the thread derails, and the OP's points are then categorically dismissed. In politics this tactic is known as delegitimization, where it is often used to create drama and shift the focus away from the original topic so that a valid counterargument does not need to be prepared. I find it immensely frustrating.
I could not agree more to this post. I'm new to this forum, but, not to forums in general. I'm a member of several street rod and aircraft forums, and yes, trolls show up there, also. The difference is in the moderators. It's a different class of people. The moderators deal with things, but, always in a clean and "high road"' manner.
I have watched the adventures of Eddie and Cindy, for years. A subscriber for so long I cannot remember. The videos are always family friendly speech, and I've enjoyed them with my children. Mel Wade, I have great respect for. A true, not just talk, but, do, kind of guy.
I believe the forum rules should apply to all. I cannot imagine living with the comments Eddie has to put up with from mostly jealous people on the web. He built the company and deserves to be successful.
I think Eddie and Cindy need to purge the Moderators list here and start anew. The comments in this thread by many long time forum members are offensive.
And for those who will say I'm thin skinned....etc., I'm not. I've driven an 18 wheeler for 41 years. Heard it all...
I just try to escape that in the things I love. Maybe thats why I never wheel with a crowd. Just a few close carefully picked friends...
Kuboske.