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Originally Posted by NewParadigmGuy
I couldn't agree more.
This forum was supposedly formed to facilitate networking among the "ground crew". Given that the "ground crew" concept originated in The Handbook for the New Paradigm, I cannot imagine what could possibly be more "on topic" than discussions of this book and its sequels.
Yet, several requests for a sub-forum to discuss various aspects of these books have apparently fallen upon deaf ears.
And now, the main thread where these books were being discussed has been deleted in its entirety. One very dedicated member has put an awful lot of time into very detailed posts on that thread. I can only imagine how disgusted he must be.
Another thread asks the question, "Are people losing interest?". As far as the New Paradigm Project goes: No. As far as this forum goes: Yes
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Dear Friend:
Many thanks for your message. We're just looking into what happened here with that thread. Simon deleted it when he resigned as a moderator. As the originator of the thread, he's technically able to do that.
Unfortunately, he took away other people's replies as well.
It is crystal clear to me that this is unethical and irresponsible. Simon threw a tantrum. His action was immature. We do NOT know what specifically triggered this.
One does NOT delete other people's words and thoughts and feelings just because one has a personal issue in a different area (as Simon did, because he disagreed with the style of moderation that Kerry and I wanted to see: less thoughtless policing and more intelligent dialog with members, even if that was a hassle and took more time).
But while that was the general issue troubling him, Simon was suddenly greatly angered by someone or something and we do not know what it is. He is not telling.
We sympathize with anyone under stress, and who is upset, but we all have our responsibility and he will not be returning here to this forum as a moderator.
I am very sorry that this has happened. I personally apologize to all members. I do not know if the threads can be restored.
There is no malice here... just dumb human weakness. None of us are immune. The test of all of us is to respond with dignity, intelligence and responsibility even when irritated and angered (as I am now).
I ask all members to do that when they post. It's sometimes easy to be spiteful. It's sometimes hard to be honest. (And honesty begins with what's going on with each of us personally... not the other guy.)
Having said all this, I support Kate's comments above. The Original Poster made a range of general accusations which are unhelpful in the assumptions that were made. A PM would have been more appropriate. Spreading drama is not helpful. It is (by definition) off-topic.
To summarize: none of the moderators are bad people. Some of them have been under a lot of pressure. They have been working incredibly hard. I am extremely grateful for the work they have all done. It's very easy to criticize when one is not doing their work. But all of us, myself included, always need to reach inside us to find our best, especially in these times.
Very best wishes, Bill