Blam
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Jesus fucking Christ.
the fuck was that post. I don't even wanna see that shit.
Jesus fucking Christ.
Last couple of posts prove exactly what I mean.
No one should be surprised anymore when I don't reply to those people.
This very thread(among plenty of others) is more than enough evidence to say that it isn't.
I bounce between here and the other place. I'm not a prolific poster there, and I've never been one here either. I usually just prefer to lurk and observe, unless I really feel like I have something to say.
From a long term lurker's perspective:
GAF seems to be in the beginning stages of going from far left to far right. Not saying that that's where it's gonna end up, just saying that it looks like it's in the beginning process of it.
Racist/sexist posts are going unchecked, either completely or by being allowed to stay around far longer than they should.
There is a decidedly purposeful tonal shift, and it's extremely noticeable to the point where it's difficult, if not impossible to ignore.
Moderator presence(what little there is anyway) seems to be stretched too thin, and takes too long to react. Not only that, but because mods are anonymous, finding and reaching out to them takes more effort that it should. This is in addition to the fact that reporting posts, has been made to be a hassle.
All of these observations, combined with...juniors and new accounts being rushed to approval...with not enough admin presence to weed out fast enough the ones who have extremist views...GAF is still one sided. But now it's moving to the opposite side.
It wouldn't surprise me, if in a year or two, 'ironic' racism and sexism would be completely acceptable by the active members here under the guise of 'It's just a joke.' But this is only under the assumption that things continue on as they are and that GAF leadership doesn't pull itself together within that time frame.
So...having said all that, I take my leave.
How can gaf be defined by these posters and I never heard of them? I've been a member here for almost a decade.And I won't get tired to remind you that 'old gaf' was defined by people like Lime and CrossingEden. It could only get better from there.
I kinda feel left out, having missed the pprn gifs ;o
We don't have anyone who defends crime committing pedophiles. Just to be clear.
How can gaf be defined by these posters and I never heard of them? I've been a member here for almost a decade.
How can gaf be defined by these posters and I never heard of them? I've been a member here for almost a decade.
So you defend the pedophiles that desperately want to rape kids, just not the ones who have actually done it.
I'm not in favor of punishing thought crimes, if that's what you meant. Yes.
How do you feel about death threats? Do you think it should be punishable?
He has made it clear in other threads he supports pedophilia, ignore him if you value your sanity.
It's not more civil but at least people don't get banned for simply speaking their mind. It will get better with time, hopefully, as I do like to pass by and read some threads, now and then.
Feels more civil because the ultra hard left people mostly left so as to not dogpile and berate anyone with central/conservative views.
Must be nice living in that puffy cloud of yours
Feels more civil because the ultra hard left people mostly left so as to not dogpile and berate anyone with central/conservative views.
Ok, but besides politics, are discussions on the gaming side the same or worse than before?
Troll accounts are not new but thank you for the example.
No, thank you for conveniently turning a blind eye. Say what you will about old gaf, that shit wouldn't fly then and the post would have been nuked in a minute.
It's still up now, along with the vomit of various other troll accounts that seem to make up a significant portion of current gaf.
How are the interactions between existing members (older accounts, not troll/new) or on the gaming side?
Seeing the rest of this thread, I retract my statement about this place seeming more civil/relaxing.
Or at least the Gaming section seems pleasant right now.
The far-left attack dogs are honestly what's ruining Off-topic.
Yep. It's not the racists. It's the people who call out the racists.The far-left attack dogs are honestly what's ruining Off-topic.
I think Evilore needs to extend a policy that forbids Communists. Their mark on history is just as damaging as Fascism has been and seeing people defend the likes of Socialist countries means Neogaf still hasn't struck a neutral balance.
No reason to tolerate either extremist. Get em out.
The far-left attack dogs are honestly what's ruining Off-topic.
I think Evilore needs to extend a policy that forbids Communists. Their mark on history is just as damaging as Fascism has been and seeing people defend the likes of Socialist countries means Neogaf still hasn't struck a neutral balance.
No reason to tolerate either extremist. Get em out.
Man you're still on about that shit and spewing BS.
Doesn't matter, I want the communists gone.
They're doing a disservice to what otherwise could still be a perfectly normal website. But if I still have to enter discussions where anyone who isn't your purest strain of liberal is called a nazi/alt-right/racist etc, it's quite clear they're dragging discussion quality down.
Given the other site isn't afraid to host Socialists on their board while quickly pouncing on anything they suspect as "alt-right", Neogaf could be the better forum and denounce both extremist politics.
I think Evilore needs to extend a policy that forbids Communists. .
Doesn't matter, I want the communists gone.
I don't think you understand what this means. Please point me to a single communist post or poster on this board. Thanks.
I think he might be kidding
Doesn't matter, I want the communists gone.
They're doing a disservice to what otherwise could still be a perfectly normal website. But if I still have to enter discussions where anyone who isn't your purest strain of liberal is called a nazi/alt-right/racist etc, it's quite clear they're dragging discussion quality down.
Given the other site isn't afraid to host Socialists on their board while quickly pouncing on anything they suspect as "alt-right", Neogaf could be the better forum and denounce both extremist politics.
Doesn't matter, I want the communists gone.
They're doing a disservice to what otherwise could still be a perfectly normal website. But if I still have to enter discussions where anyone who isn't your purest strain of liberal is called a nazi/alt-right/racist etc, it's quite clear they're dragging discussion quality down.
Given the other site isn't afraid to host Socialists on their board while quickly pouncing on anything they suspect as "alt-right", Neogaf could be the better forum and denounce both extremist politics.
Aren't you projecting here? Because last I checked, you automatically go to the "communism" and "socialism" defense highlighting failed dictatorial governments and label people as such whenever they'd bring up the shortcomings of capitalism.
I am unsurprised given your history of posts in the thread about FCC and net neutrality which portrayed profound naivete.
I think he might be kidding
Oh no, he isn't
I'm already being called alt-right in this very thread.Aren't you projecting here? Because last I checked, you automatically go to the "communism" and "socialism" defense highlighting failed dictatorial governments and label people as such whenever they'd bring up the shortcomings of capitalism. And even when they don't you somehow manage to drag that topic into a political thread via passive aggressive means.
I am unsurprised given your history of posts in the thread about FCC and net neutrality which portrayed profound naivete.
I'm already being called alt-right in this very thread.
No one but the very far-leftists would use that label disingenuously, when it's pretty clear I'm a centrist/libertarian myself.
When I say Socialist governments fail, I laugh at the people who must in rush to say "but it wasn't real socialism!". No statement that condemns Socialism should piss people off unless again, they share sympathies for it.
The other site is already infected by it, Neogaf doesn't need them here.
Your true colors really came out after all of this. I felt bad when I saw screencaps of your posts getting trashed on voat and other sites. But Jesus Christ dude you need to get it together. I dont know if anyone takes you seriously anymore. Youre trying to cape for the right, but they just see you as a joke. And now youre starting to get trashed here tooI'm already being called alt-right in this very thread.
No one but the very far-leftists would use that label disingenuously, when it's pretty clear I'm a centrist/libertarian myself.
When I say Socialist governments fail, I laugh at the people who must in rush to say "but it wasn't real socialism!". No statement that condemns Socialism should piss people off unless again, they share sympathies for it.
The other site is already infected by it, Neogaf doesn't need them here.
I think as any community gets too big it becomes toxic.
I think by following a subreddit, you'll notice something like this happen.
and yeah less dogs less fleas, I get that, but I think because the community got smaller, people's opinions are worth more around here too, and easier to moderate.
plus it's always nice for gaf to have some competition & improve on the website in general
I'm already being called alt-right in this very thread.
No one but the very far-leftists would use that label disingenuously, when it's pretty clear I'm a centrist/libertarian myself.
When I say Socialist governments fail, I laugh at the people who must in rush to say "but it wasn't real socialism!". No statement that condemns Socialism should piss people off unless again, they share sympathies for it.
The other site is already infected by it, Neogaf doesn't need them here.
You have been called "alt-righter" because you equated them with the far left which is profoundly false.
Far Left and Far Right are both dangerous.
Soviet Union, North Korea, China, Kampuchea etc all Socialist governments that killed millions.
After doing a little reading it looks like you're talking about economic models. And I am talking about identity politics, access to information, personal freedom (within reason) when it comes left and right.
OT: I am a firm believer in capitalism with checks and balances because simply put capitalism closely resembles the "survival" portion of our human nature as it ascribes to hoarding. To have disparity is to be part of functioning society.
Socialist societies have been frequently linked to authoritarianism.After doing a little reading it looks like you're talking about economic models. And I am talking about identity politics, access to information, personal freedom (within reason) when it comes left and right.
I think Evilore needs to extend a policy that forbids Communists. Their mark on history is just as damaging as Fascism has been and seeing people defend the likes of Socialist countries
ok ok this is definitely a troll