Wes,
While I understand where you are coming from, the only reason it appears that things are being carried too far is that our members are 1) not reading the rules, 2) not abiding by them if they have read them, 3) testing the boundaries, 4) attempting to be humorous by skirting dangerously close to the line at which they are breaking the rules. So far we have grinned and bore it as this is to initially be expected. However, that time and our patience is drawing to a close.
The rule has been set in place and clearly defined to the membership. We have been open to suggestions, like enabling the censor filter, but we are standing by the rule. Inappropriate language is not needed or wanted here. The rule will be enforced and if members repeatedly break the rule, especially on purpose, such as using asterisks and other symbols in place of inappropriate words, there will be consequences. We are not trying to be harsh or oppressive. These are simply the rules of this board.
The terms of use do not prohibit individuals under the age of 18 and while many parents have no problem with their children being a part of this board, they do not want them to be subjected to such language.
We have no desire to drive members away from TDH, and if enabling this rule does so, then I am at a loss, as there is not a single reason why someone NEEDS to use such language to express him/herself. Unfortunately, the terms "mature" and "adult" often seem to equate to the ability to do and say inappropriate things. However, the fact is, maturity and acting like an adult is taking responsibility for one's actions. We are asking that our members to keep their language on a truly mature and adult level.
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I think this whole censorship thing is going a little too far. I can understand going Al Pacino Scarface is a little over the top, but when you can't say the "D" word or even the "H" word, thats overdoing it. This isn't PeeWee's playhouse.
Terms of Use #17 states you are over 18 or have legal consent from a parent to be on here. I think you mods need to go have a beer and relax.