Forum Rules

Our community forum exists to foster informed civic discussion through shared facts and respectful dialogue. These rules ensure productive conversations that serve the public interest.

1. Respectful Conduct

  • No personal attacks — Critique ideas and policies, not individuals or groups
  • Civil discourse — Disagree constructively without inflammatory language
  • Good faith participation — Engage with genuine intent to learn and inform
  • No harassment — Repeated targeting of users violates community standards
  • Inclusive environment — Welcome newcomers and different perspectives

2. Neutrality & Sources

  • Cite credible sources — Link to original documents when making factual claims
  • Prefer official sources — Government sites (.gov), established institutions (.org), primary documents
  • Label opinions clearly — Distinguish between facts and personal interpretations
  • No partisan advocacy — Focus on processes and facts rather than party positions
  • Challenge with evidence — Counter claims with better sources, not rhetoric

3. No Spam or Trolling

  • Stay on topic — Keep discussions relevant to the channel purpose
  • No duplicate posts — Check existing threads before starting new discussions
  • Quality over quantity — Thoughtful contributions preferred over frequent posting
  • No commercial promotion — This is not a platform for business or product advertising
  • No deliberate misinformation — Sharing known false information violates community trust

4. Enforcement by Moderators

  • Warning system — First violations typically receive educational guidance
  • Temporary restrictions — Repeated violations may result in posting limitations
  • Account suspension — Serious or persistent violations can lead to forum suspension
  • Appeal process — Users may request review of moderation decisions
  • Transparency — Moderation actions are logged and can be reviewed by administration

Getting Help

If you see rule violations or need clarification on community standards, contact moderators through the reporting system or reach out via our contact page. For questions about posting effectively, check our posting guidelines.