[lbo-talk] Moderating a list (was Chip Berlet on Hustler)

Peter Lavelle untimely_thoughts at yahoo.com
Thu Dec 22 12:06:09 PST 2005


Doug indeed does a good job and I heed his words, too. I run my own list on Russia - it is not easy. Chris Doss is a valued member of the group.

I am shocked at times how some on my list will post the most off-beat stuff just to see the post come into their inbox later. For others, it is a forum just to pick a fight. For most, my list is a great place to discuss issues related to Russia.

These kinds of lists are a form of democracy, but "checks and balances" are needed and the "high court" is the moderator.

Good work Doug!

Peter

Doug Henwood wrote:


> I've watch various electronic forums spin totally out of control because
> of a libertarian attitude towards assholes, or other disruptive sorts.
> This is a moderated list, not a constitutional democracy.

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