Originally, after much discussion, we had three moderators appointed from among many applicants who were ultimately selected by Randy, with the expectation that their ranks would rapidly swell as other boards ushered moderators in. At least that was my understanding.
Cigarman ran, and was subsequently elected to the TB on a kinda' "platform" which included no moderators and he'd vigorously campaigned that he'd work to "...advocate the elimination..." of 'em.
<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by cigarman:
My platform... if elected to the advisory board is to advocate the elimination of moderators... </font>
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/Forum95/HTML/001374.html
Cigarman also then ran for TB President and was again successful here, as well, after again having commented steadfastly that he did "...not believe in moderators..."
<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by cigarman:
... because I do not believe in moderators or censorship for the most part. </font>
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/Forum...ML/000017.html
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Now
"I noted that among the most important first duties as President of TalkBoard, cigarman promptly assigned Vice President Mike (chexfan) the roll of research and implementation of new 'Moderators' on FlyerTalk. This immediate action by the Board is expected to bring about a more even application of posting procedures and policing of member TOS violations."
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/Forum...ML/000038.html
So... Is the elimination of moderators now "off the table", so to speak?
What is their future role and is it assured?
FWIW, as you probably well know, I actually favor them, since I feel that we have not all been able to effectively moderate ourselves!
And in an only very faintly connected issue, you also ran favoring the concept that satellite forums (FT Travel etc) break apart the community, rather than enhance it. And you said that you would encourage them to be added to the main (FT Miles) board.
Is this "issue" also now, in contrast to the early statements made, a "dead" one?
Just asking since Moderators will clearly be compelled to play a critical role, it would seem, in keeping things "orderly" on the various boards! Thanks!
BTW, if the "Quiet Period" is finally over, then it would be truly great to hear from ya' all!
If not, I'll try to continue being patient!
Thanks again!