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Why is it necessary to criticize the posts of other people so much? I especially resent those barbs directed towards Biscom and others who diligently search through all of the old posts in an effort to revive the conversation. - snip- they do have a right to express their opinions without everyone piling on

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Vienna7 wrote: I think we also have to remember that there are many young women on this board, some only teens. Because of this, we have to be more tolerant and understanding, and them of us.

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And Vienna7 goes on to add:I've found that what has social value in such groups is witty, creative writing and intelligent debate. Those that aren't that good at these two skills, don't become too popular or are even ignored. Some realize this off the bat and don't post, but continue to lurk. And it is a real shame because I think all of us have something of worth to contribute, even if not stated in a "page-long dissertation."

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Leda wrote: I've been online for eight years now, and in that time I've been a "regular" in several groups. Believe me, so far, this is the nicest place I've ever had the pleasure of attending. I could direct you, for instance, to a Yahoo chat room whose regulars indulge in more *****ery, backbiting, libel and all-round bad behaviour than you'd find backstage at the Miss World contest.

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