Dies to Removal

I think GG is a good example of laid back moderation. We could take a cue from them.

Totally agree here. There are ocassionally loose cannons, but in general the forums keep themselves in check. Also, the admins are all well liked and fully trusted.

Bannings should be only considered under extreme circumstances, IMO. Even suspensions should be seldom considered. I see moderation as a behind-the-curtains thing that should not reach the political levels it did in Ugly Sally.

Mmm, agree. One thing I like about hockey is that the refs usually let two people duke it out a bit before stepping in. They realize that while it's their job to keep the peace that sometimes you gotta let people take a swing, release their frustration, and then settle it down. Maybe that's not the right analogy for a forum, but I wonder if a little more freedom (and less of a feeling that someone is looking over your shoulder :ceilingcat:) might produce a better environment. Would certainly cut down on the stupid us
v. them mentality at MTGS.