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I agree completely. However, I beleive the reaction was disproportionate to the offense. I was slightly offended by the expletive in the joke before mine; yes, I use those words as much as the next guy but dislike reading or hearing them in certain contexts. I read the joke, didn't like it, and ignored it. As you aptly point out there are people from various cultures, religions and walks of life on this board. What offends some won't offend others. Is it any more correct for one or two people who are offended to protest so publicly while many on the list may not have found the posting objectionable or may have but said nothing? IMHO, the proper response is to ignore the offending post. And, if you wish to take it to the next level, ignore the poster. That's all. Sorry I'm keeping this thread alive. I'll get down off the soapbox now and get back to ARS topics. J.T. Shyman Column Technologies
________________________________ From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) on behalf of Shellman, David Sent: Thu 12/6/2007 11:04 PM To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG Subject: Re: Friday Humor (U) What it really comes down to is courtesy. This is a list that is read by professional men and women of various cultures and religions from around the world. What some find as humorous may not be to others for several different reasons. Dave -------------------------- [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Wireless) ----- Original Message ----- From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) _______________________________________________________________________________ UNSUBSCRIBE or access ARSlist Archives at www.arslist.org Platinum Sponsor: www.rmsportal.com ARSlist: "Where the Answers Are"
