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[DaveDash]

I have noticed there are a lot of posters on this forum lately that don't really seem to be interested in anything military. They seem mostly interested in taking jabs at the United States whenever possible.
Last time I checked, this forum is an American based forum not only for military enthusiasts such as myself, but more importantly a vehicle of communication for those that have served, and those that ARE serving now.

One of the reasons I do like this forum is that it has a large community from around the world, but it is definately becoming a case of 'quanity over quality'.
I frequent a few other American military forums (tanknet, socnet, and so forth) and the quality of material there is leaps and bounds above over what is here.

I come here to see and hear from people actively involved in military establishments around the world to see what is going on around the world, but I am frankly getting sick and tired of wading through posts of crap by uninformed and uneducated people that only seem to be here for one reason and one reason only.
I want to be able to log on and read about whats happening in Iraq, whats happening in Israel/Lebanon, whats happening in all the other places in the world without having to take in a wads of political barking from people that really have no idea what theyre talking about.

I am not a moderator and I really have no say in how this forum is run, or what should and shouldn't be posted, but I do think a lot of the members here need to think exactly why they come to this forum, and they need to remember who provides it.
There is a political discussion and rants thread, which is this thread here. Vent all your views in here please so it can be taken apart bit-by-bit by those posters in this forum who DO have a lot of experiance and knowledge.

I guess I could add a lot of people on ignore, but please, in the photos/videos and general discussion forum have a little more respect for the country that is providing this service for you free of charge.
Theres a lot of things about a lot of countries and their governments that I do not like, but I do not feel the need to take side-swipes at them at any given oppportunity - usually in completely unrelated threads.
Does this mean that no one can disagree? Hardly. I'm just asking for it to be channeled in a more appropriate fashion with a bit more thought and maturity.

Having a little more respect is really not hard to do and would benefit the forum overall. If not respect at least a little more understanding, If we all just tried to understand each other a little better then each side maybe might be a little more open to listening.
Do you think that the Americans on this forum are just going to throw up their hands and slap their foreheads and proclaim "Wow you're so right!" while you insult their country and their leadership? No. You're just going to entrench their views even more.
If you find that you just cannot find any respect or understanding in you while posting on an American based military forum, you should take a serious think about why it is you actually post here.

[MEGR]

Ehh, we can take it buddy. I appreciate your concern, but there are plenty of of good threads out there that are educational and military-related. There is still a core group of posters who really keep things running around here. They usually consist of the mods and a good number of regular posters.

[Aerosoul]

Your not the only one with that opinion DaveDash. But, there isn't much anyone can do. This is a large forum, and after a while one learns to just ignore the worthless posts. The problem arises when people respond to them...so I think the best thing to do, like I said, is just ignore them.

And like MEGR said, there are a lot of good people, and good things on this board too.

[East Scout]

I agree 100%..Lately there has been a huge increase in dumbass posts. Its getting really fuking old..I get a notice in my mail that there is a reply to a thread Im subscribed to only to stop what Im doing, get there and see its some kid or loser "neck down" just posting to start a fight or take a jab at the topic...

But fear not the MODs are weeding through and have started tossing the trouble makers..But there is a lot of em..Especially since school let out for the summer..

ES

[DaveDash]

I think after reading Marvin's dumbass comment in the pics of the day thread just really made me feel the need to say something.

Not to be totally negative - there is lots of quality stuff here - particulary the photos/videos. You just have to wade through a ton of **** to get to it these days.

[East Scout]

Your gonna get dumbasses.....ignore em or comeback w/ a comment that wil shut them down..

ES

[MEGR]

I think after reading Marvin's dumbass comment in the pics of the day thread just really made me feel the need to say something.

Not to be totally negative - there is lots of quality stuff here - particulary the photos/videos. You just have to wade through a ton of **** to get to it these days.

Hey Dave. Every now and then MP.net has its spurts of stupidity. Frankly, alot of the trolls here today pale in comparison to the ones we had while I started here. I've been a member for more than 3 years now, things will die down Dave like they always do-- don't sweat it. The mods here do a great job, but they can't be on 24/7 monitoring posts.

There used to be a time where there was only around 4 mods. Today, we're blessed to have more around taking out the refuse around the site.

[hood]

Thanks for the kind words. You should see the number of people that get banned every day. :)

[Hellfish]

I tend to keep my BS posts - of which there are many - in OT. When I post in Photos or Politics I'm totally serious. I'm also a member of other military sites which are far more "professional" than this one, but this one has a wonderfully quirky collection of idiots I like to talk to (in OT). But you're totally right - people have been oozing into the forums who really add nothing whatsoever.

I've also found that a lot of other prior-service types and experts always refer to MP.net fondly because this forum usually gets the first word about breaking news and/or the first pics on new equipment.

[East Scout]

I think the MODS need to make a WALL OF SHAME STICKY for dumbasses..

ES

[Hellfish]

Thats not a bad idea...

[TR1]

Thats not a bad idea...

in fact it is a good idea.

[East Scout]

Place them there when they get banned or get warned and why they are there..

Thanks

ES

[TMP]

hood, read your pms.

[Firetxmi]

Place them there when they get banned or get warned and why they are there..

Thanks

ES

Very cool idea.

Regarding this thread, I am a fan of the Political/Rants section. I know I dont hold many of the same views as many around here, but I do hope everyone realizes that I enjoy this site and the people because I am a fan of the military (if that makes sense :D), and the pictures and comments from users here are top notch. I feel that there are many idiotic posters here (and not just "anti-american" posters) but our mods do a wonderful job in my opinion!

Keep up the ghood work guys and by the way- great forum! ;)

[Anonymosity]

I actually feel the OPPOSITE here in these forums, it seems most of the members, anytime it's a nation outside USA's sphere of influence (and heck, even partially outside like Russia) will flame these nation's militaries just for the hell of it. See the anti-Russian sentiment, as well as anti-Chinese sentiment. Most of this is the problem, and these members who are being flamed are simply flaming back, which isnt good in itself but that is what is happening.

[Hellfish]

I actually feel the OPPOSITE here in these forums, it seems most of the members, anytime it's a nation outside USA's sphere of influence (and heck, even partially outside like Russia) will flame these nation's militaries just for the hell of it. See the anti-Russian sentiment, as well as anti-Chinese sentiment. Most of this is the problem, and these members who are being flamed are simply flaming back, which isnt good in itself but that is what is happening.

Don't forget the ignorant anti-French and anti-Venezuelan sentiment too. :roll:

[TR1]

Don't forget the ignorant anti-French and anti-Venezuelan sentiment too. :roll:
stalinist lies. no such sentiments exist.

[Chuckie]

Things will get a little bit better in September when a lot of the kiddies go back to school and aren't posting crap all day.

[evanfitz]

This forum has its problems but im proud to say this website is my net house. Just got back from observing the Iraniandefenceforum and abovetopsecret.com, needless to say Im glad that militaryphotos.net exists.

I left abovetopsecret.com because of the lack of moderators with a clear conscience, and the constant bombardment of the overwhelming anti-US resentment. The website seems like one large thread and everyone is arguing about the same thing, at least it ends up that way. Every thread I visit molds into an arguement.

Mods of militaryphotos.net, your doing a great job of keeping this website at room temperature. Proud to call this place my net house :)

[SOG]

I have noticed there are a lot of posters on this forum lately that don't really seem to be interested in anything military.

lately!? dude, it was waaaay worse back in the day. that swedish nazi ****er, or sixgun, some militant american ****er. lots of fun and learning. the mods recently cleaned up mil photos. and sorry dorks, blaming america for anti rusian, brazilian, chinese sentiment, hell, half their neighbors start flame wars here. poland/russia/chechnia/all former satelite ussr states - turkey/greece - israel/arabs and america with its biggest opponent, itself. well that and every hate mongering pot smoking hippie with the munchies and no pussy or beer around the world....

[Seraphim]

I agree, if you think this is bad. You should have seen it before.
I liked it when new membership could not be created in the summer.

This is the line for mod eau du suckup right? p-)

[Ngati Tumatauenga]

I'm sure there is a pattern to the bout's of lunacy. School holidays is always a period of sustained stupidity.

But as has been stated, it ebbs and flows. Besides it's carthartic to deal with the odd ****head every now and then.

[Zorro C9]

Ha. I got banned from ATS because I voiced my opinion when I felt the admins were using the members to make money.

Not that I have anything against making money...just when it's concealed and denied is when it grits my undies.

Used to post in the aviation section mainly. Some knowledgable people there- I remember getting warnings for winding up and taking the piss out of the NWO section, too. Good times :D




This forum has its problems but im proud to say this website is my net house. Just got back from observing the Iraniandefenceforum and abovetopsecret.com, needless to say Im glad that militaryphotos.net exists.

I left abovetopsecret.com because of the lack of moderators with a clear conscience, and the constant bombardment of the overwhelming anti-US resentment. The website seems like one large thread and everyone is arguing about the same thing, at least it ends up that way. Every thread I visit molds into an arguement.

Mods of militaryphotos.net, your doing a great job of keeping this website at room temperature. Proud to call this place my net house :)

[DaveDash]

Just to be clear this wasn't a dig at the mods in any way what-so-ever.

I also didn't realise it used to be worse than this (being fairly new here). I just got tired of reading crap posts for the sake of being crap posts, and decided to have a rant. :D

All in all I do really like this site - otherwise I wouldn't bother which trying to improve it. There is a lot of discussion on many current events that are in the news, and also discussion about things that are not in the news.

[americanbychoice]

Do you think that the Americans on this forum are just going to throw up their hands and slap their foreheads and proclaim "Wow you're so right!" while you insult their country and their leadership? No. You're just going to entrench their views even more.
One of the best things about being American is the ability to disagree.

Doing the same types of things (speaking in a contrary fashion) in many places where America is hated would probably get you in a world of hurt... so what else needs to be said?

Once in a while, I like to look at the crappy posts because it makes me think... it makes me look across what I think to be true, re-evaluate it, and then re-confirm that I feel good about what I believe in.

The good thing is that people can disagree here... I think sometimes the boundaries of decency are pushed, but sometimes you need that collision of thought to get some shreds of truth out. We can speak our mind, and not have to resort to strapping on a bomb vest or taking up arms against our neighbors.

IMO, the fact that people like to crap all over America is proof that we're still okay, even if some of those people are the real sh!tbags themselves. We need some of those sh!tbags, like it or not.

/going back to having a nice weekend & staying out of sh!tbag threads for now...

[CSAR]

I really like especially this section of the forum. Sure there's a lot of BS and flaming, but you can also see the different views people around the world have on things. I don't see what might be the point of such a forum where someone just starts a thread "Go USA, bomb the sh*t out of them" and then everyone is posting something like "F*uck Yeah!111oneleven" and "x23423545". Should this forum be a fairytail land where one can imagine that everyone in the world thinks the same way?

On the other hand endless debate and flaming in the P&V -section is pretty annoying, when a thread concerning some "flammable" material blows u. It's very difficult to find the pics and relevant information when it's buried in useless BS.

[Beowulf]

lately!? dude, it was waaaay worse back in the day. that swedish nazi ****er, or sixgun, some militant american ****er. lots of fun and learning. the mods recently cleaned up mil photos. and sorry dorks, blaming america for anti rusian, brazilian, chinese sentiment, hell, half their neighbors start flame wars here. poland/russia/chechnia/all former satelite ussr states - turkey/greece - israel/arabs and america with its biggest opponent, itself. well that and every hate mongering pot smoking hippie with the munchies and no pussy or beer around the world....

heh...pretty much sums it up right there. This place used to be like the wild west. Those were the "expansion" days. Before that when it was really small it was way cooler.

I found this site after I got back from OEF 1 and was looking for more pics, then I started checking out the forums. Then Iraq kicked off and this place blew up....

Thanks for the good comments, although I haven't been around to do much moderating.

[AFJROTC55]

i dont know if i can make this a mod-kiss up thread but i just want to say that the mods here to a great job here considering the circumstances they work in, i think that there is alot of BS that goes on here, i have been involved with some of it, i try to keep my yap shut on real volatile stuff, cause i dont know alot but some stuff you just gotta say something, and it usually perpetuates but for the moment, it feels good.

i do however believe that some of the A$$holes here need to stay, cause you just gotta have a scape goat to feel better about yourself but some guys just gotta get the boot, overall this is a great site, i love bein here, great bunch of people, great stuff said here,

thanks guys

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[DeltaWhisky58]

Life as a Mod has been difficult of late, and you guys have clearly spotted most of the problems:

Conflict:- Israel flexes her muscles and a whole series of flame wars kick off big time.

Historic conflicts/ethnic hatred:- Whether it is Greek/Turk, Arab/Jew, Balkan-related, Chechnia, Russia or any one of a dozen more age-old conflicts and hatreds, we've got them - especially from ex-pats. Speaking as a Scot - we only hate the English (just kidding) - I find this deep-seated hatred very had to understand, but the trouble it has caused here on MP.Net is incredible.

School's out:- a large number of kids trying to play adult league and failing.

Walts:- Don't try and be something you are not, most get discovered and "outed".

**** heads:- Need I say any more, we got our share.

On the whole, MP.Net is a great community, and 95%+ probably never feel the wrath of the banning stick, but for those who do, believe me it ain't an easy job. Fortunately the good guys seem to appreciate how difficult our job is on such a busy board, but it is a shame that we get flak from the odd few idiots, most of whom pay the price sooner or later.

Just one request from me - if you must post crap, keep it in OT&H and within the rules. Let's keep the serious stuff serious and the silly stuff where it belongs. We've got a huge resource of knowledge and experience here on MP.Net - whatever the topic, chances are we've got someone who knows, has been there and done that, or at least knows some one who has.

To use an expression that really p!sses me off - MP.Net Strong!!!

[Pandy]

MP.NET STRONG!!!


Just Kidding, you know I'm just playin, heh.

[Beowulf]

MP.NET STRONG!!!


Just Kidding, you know I'm just playin, heh.


what does that mean anyway....did I miss something?

[Pandy]

what does that mean anyway....did I miss something?



To use an expression that really p!sses me off - MP.Net Strong!!!

Hehehehehehehe

[Beowulf]

Hehehehehehehe


yeah I caught that connection, but what is the deal with MP.net Strong?

[East Scout]

Its a version of a standing inside joke that I belive started w/ the Russian guys.......It means pretty much just that and what it intels..mp.net strong!

[Seraphim]

Russia Strong!!! ;)

[Pandy]

Its a version of a standing inside joke that I belive started w/ the Russuian guys.......It means pretty much just that and what it intels..mp.net strong!

Pretty much, I'm not russian thou.

[DeltaWhisky58]

To use an expression that really p!sses me off - MP.Net Strong!!!

:cantbeli: DW opens mouth and inserts foot, but it clearly got the kind of reaction I hoped for! rofl

Keep it up guys - this is the kind of thread which pulls us together and makes MP.Net what it is. woot

[signatory]

heh I was just looking at a couple of old threads and with a smile notice the ban on several of my old antagonists...

[Beowulf]

Its a version of a standing inside joke that I belive started w/ the Russian guys.......It means pretty much just that and what it intels..mp.net strong!

ha, okay thanks.


Beowulf STRONG!!!!

out

[Herrmannek]

Haven't gone through all posts, If you don't like how it is here go to socnet, tanknet and so on... Militaryphotos was this way from the begining and it never was a servicemen forum(although whe have a lot of conscripts here, who aren't realy considered a proffesionals though), but civilians forum interested in military, our BTDT are/were a cheery on the cake :). Main stream of knowledge, news and everything else is carried by a full time wannabes and chaircomandos go with flow or leave... As for antiamericanism... its only your touchy point... we have a good share anti-franconism, anti-israelism, ant-rusianims, anti-polonism, anti-mexicanism, anti-germanism, anti-swedism, and good knows what else...

[Violet Fashion by Mindy]

The Kiwis annoy me the most.

Always trying to start **** with the Aussies.

[Zorro C9]

We don't need to start anything- we finish it!

Like sports, for example.

[Violet Fashion by Mindy]

See what I mean?

If that's not trolling I don't know what is .

[Seraphim]

See what I mean?

If that's not trolling I don't know what is .

:cantbeli:

Can you not see the irony? Look at your previous post...

[Violet Fashion by Mindy]

Maybe so. But that's different. Australian's run the show and you all know it.

[Zorro C9]

Only the Loser Show, where Loser sportsmen/women parade themselves.

[Flagg]

Maybe so. But that's different. Australian's run the show and you all know it.

How's that Super 14's loss working out for ya?

And have you recovered yet from that Tri-Nation's loss as well?

Now go blame the Soccer World Cup.....

Aussies are our biatches...and they like it that way ;)

[East Scout]

Mpnet, like most other things in life, Youll get out of it what you put into it 98% of the time..

ES

[shocker1]

MP.net is one of my favorite places to be on the net. I had a path to join the military that was dashed by the discovery of a heart problem. Since then I worked in the defense industry and my job took me to many places around the world. Just a hint I was the guy you military folks cussed when your new electronics did not work. I am glad this site is open to everyone and not limited to members/former members of the military. There are some people who have a lot to contribute even though they did not serve in uniform. I have noticed since war broke out between Israel and Hezbollah there have been a lot of new flamers joining MP. Net. I also suspect a few members of being plants for the Democratic or Republican parties. There have also been a few suspected plants from North Korea. No worries about them though these people only post in threads that suit their purpose. Thanks to the mods for trying to keep it clean and to Hood for starting this site.

[MEGR]

Oh man. When OIF started, the poo slinging came along with it. You'd probably burn your eyes out with hot coals trying to deal with it.

[DeltaWhisky58]

It's incredible, even this thread has attracted its share of pointless crap - this started as a sensible discussion, but a couple of members have already dragged it down.

[Violet Fashion by Mindy]

Haha my fault. :) Buy you started by mentioning the nation vs nation flames 1st hehe

An all seriousness Mp.Net members are from many different countries who are alligned to different allies ect ect.

Then there are socialists like myself who favour certain things.

It's a great social experiment actually

[Asheren]

Life as a Mod has been difficult of late, and you guys have clearly spotted most of the problems:

Conflict:- Israel flexes her muscles and a whole series of flame wars kick off big time.

Historic conflicts/ethnic hatred:- Whether it is Greek/Turk, Arab/Jew, Balkan-related, Chechnia, Russia or any one of a dozen more age-old conflicts and hatreds, we've got them - especially from ex-pats. Speaking as a Scot - we only hate the English (just kidding) - I find this deep-seated hatred very had to understand, but the trouble it has caused here on MP.Net is incredible.

School's out:- a large number of kids trying to play adult league and failing.

Walts:- Don't try and be something you are not, most get discovered and "outed".

**** heads:- Need I say any more, we got our share.

On the whole, MP.Net is a great community, and 95%+ probably never feel the wrath of the banning stick, but for those who do, believe me it ain't an easy job. Fortunately the good guys seem to appreciate how difficult our job is on such a busy board, but it is a shame that we get flak from the odd few idiots, most of whom pay the price sooner or later.

Just one request from me - if you must post crap, keep it in OT&H and within the rules. Let's keep the serious stuff serious and the silly stuff where it belongs. We've got a huge resource of knowledge and experience here on MP.Net - whatever the topic, chances are we've got someone who knows, has been there and done that, or at least knows some one who has.

To use an expression that really p!sses me off - MP.Net Strong!!!

I would add one more thing many informations are not hmm PC anymore. I suspect many ppl has knowledge about many intresting topic but sharing it is no longer wise. We had in past for example few very intresting topics(in terms of information there) about IED and guerilla warfare. Same goes with security/opsec related stuff. In old days such threads were less enforced but world is a bit diffrent now.

I am not wiling to share my knowledge in certain areas of my intrests even when i know that person saying something has no idea what he/she is talking about. While i would do it before 9/11.

[larryzou]

its good idea .

[john_titor_my]

wootHi, this is my first post for the first time. I enjoy MP Net forum for so long.

IMHO, nothing could be so perfect. To the place(MP Net) where people around the world meet, express their opinions and feelings, stuff like "jabs" at other people/group, racism, religious zealous comment, etc are common. Everything will be ok if everyone does not take what other people said so seriously. For those who breaking the rule get banned. Those are not..still can stay alive. We cannot expect everyone to follow the same direction as we want. For me, everything is balance here, got PRO and CONTRA.

I beleived the ideology "I'm the King in the forum, everyone follow my rules or getting **** " make everyone so sicks. MP Net got it's own rules and regulation and as long as other people does not breaking the rule, it's just alright. God, I love the Democracy!!:)

[TacoDelRio]

I've been here awhile too, and I hear ya.

As for history of crap:
-WGAS Period: "Who Gives A Sh*t" phrase was coined and used in locations to describe feelings towards alot of crap posts.
-SAVE MP.NET! Period: Just before this one. Nuff said.

Good site. It's the forum I go to whenever I start my computer up. I've been posting alot lately, and once more I've found that the key to happiness here seems to be listening more than speaking. There are alot of folks here who know what they're talking about. Ask a random ass question and you'll get an answer (quickly) from someone who has done it themselves.

I just wish I could change my damn name to something people understand. :) *cough hint* :)


MP.NET STRONG1!!11!!!!!!!ONE

[East Scout]

I've been here awhile too, and I hear ya.

As for history of crap:
-WGAS Period: "Who Gives A Sh*t" phrase was coined and used in locations to describe feelings towards alot of crap posts.
-SAVE MP.NET! Period: Just before this one. Nuff said.

Good site. It's the forum I go to whenever I start my computer up. I've been posting alot lately, and once more I've found that the key to happiness here seems to be listening more than speaking. There are alot of folks here who know what they're talking about. Ask a random ass question and you'll get an answer (quickly) from someone who has done it themselves.

I just wish I could change my damn name to something people understand. :) *cough hint* :)


MP.NET STRONG1!!11!!!!!!!ONE

Ill agree there..Im glad you just use the name Taco on the our HQ forum!;-)

ES

[DeltaWhisky58]

Ah, but MrSkorotsnoy ain't MrSkorotsnoy no more!

PM from DW58 and things happen. woot

[TacoDelRio]

Sweet deal. A name change feels good after 3 years.

Thanks!
(I hope this doesn't add to the BS this post is talking about)

[DeltaWhisky58]

Sweet deal. A name change feels good after 3 years.

Thanks!
(I hope this doesn't add to the BS this post is talking about)

Au contraire my dear fellow - just shows how MP.Net works. woot

[Switek]

I feel still new in this forum with no previous experience in any web community before. But I’m addicted to MP. My morning coffee and evening beer always share with you watching, reading and putting my two cents.

As like in every real community there a lot of different people with different background and experiences. Some I like more some less but try to (or rather learn to) keep distance from those who I really disagree. I had a chance to verify some my previous opinions and thoughts and I have learnt a lot different new things thanks to posts. Some at first glance, far world events became more my personal. Of course sometimes I’m disappointed and disgusted by some post but like the reality MP’s world is not perfect.

I am rather a loner who really have no opportunity to share my interests and opinions in real world. I was a lucky that I found MP few days after my PC had been connected to the net…

[East Scout]

Sweet deal. A name change feels good after 3 years.

Thanks!
(I hope this doesn't add to the BS this post is talking about)

Congads on your re-birth bro ~!~

ES

[Greek soldier]

At least things here are getting more serious.

I still remember the flaming between several members on the Muhamad's cartoons. In one day I recall 3-4 threads were closed and several members got banned.

Not to mention the Balkan "discussions" which pissed off Royal and the Greek-Turk flaming that made Flagg furious.

It was becoming annoying and fortunately the Moderators and hood stepped in.

:)

[Jurpula]

I'm interested in the military and military-related stuff and this place is perfect for acquring info of any kind, and as Taco said, ask a question and you'll get the answers quickly. The mods are doing a great job keeping the ****stirrers in leash. Roughly 98% of my postings are in the OT&H section, but if i post somewhere else i'll keep it as serious as possible.

[tikwi]

For me, MP.Net is a great site eversince the day I found it. I had always been a military addict since I was a little boy. I would have joined the Navy and could have found a way to join SWAG hadn't it been for a clerical error in my school.

This is the kind of site I always wanted to get into. Lots of guys I can ask who have experience and in the know and can answer my questions with accuracy. Also, I have alsways been fascinated with the Special Ops community and want to know some bits and pieces about these guys that one just doesn't find in books.

On the note of school being out and kids joining up MP.Net: this worries me. It just means that the generation of kids today do not have as much physical activity as we had before. Don't ACTUAL, HANDS-ON sports appeal to kids anymore nowadays???

My 2 cents.

Thanks...

[titget]

MPnet is my favorite site..I've been addicted to it since I joined a couple months ago..Being a woman interested in military issues/history, there's not a lot of places for me to discuss my interests, so MPnets great, I learn so much, get to hear from those with actual experience, get to put my 2cents in, and can be a bit of a jackass in the OT&H section...thanks MPnet!

And I too have notice some posters that make me wonder what the hell they're doing on a Military forum..but I think the Mods are quick to find and get rid of them..the majority of the postsers here are great..great insight, great discussions, I really enjoy reading what many of you have to say..so thanks again!

[Atlantic Friend]

Do you think that the Americans on this forum are just going to throw up their hands and slap their foreheads and proclaim "Wow you're so right!" while you insult their country and their leadership? No. You're just going to entrench their views even more.

Well, fair enough, if that means you'll do the same when non-US nationals say things that fall harshly on your ears. Because I'm intellectually ready to slap my forehead and say "guess what, I think you're right", but it must go both ways. If you're right you're right, and if I don't like it then touch cookies. If I'm right I'm right, and you cannot discard it as "anti-US crap" either.

This is, IMHO, the great thing about MP.net. Basically, no crappy post nor juvenila posture go unchallenged, and even soundly-based posts will be thoroughly debated. This need for accountability is great thing about the MP.net version freedom of expression - and most of all about having the brain and not being afraid to use it.

[foxtrot023]

Well, fair enough, if that means you'll do the same when non-US nationals say things that fall harshly on your ears. Because I'm intellectually ready to slap my forehead and say "guess what, I think you're right", but it must go both ways. If you're right you're right, and if I don't like it then touch cookies. If I'm right I'm right, and you cannot discard it as "anti-US crap" either.

This is, IMHO, the great thing about MP.net. Basically, no crappy post nor juvenila posture go unchallenged, and even soundly-based posts will be thoroughly debated. This need for accountability is great thing about the MP.net version freedom of expression - and most of all about having the brain and not being afraid to use it.

indeed, and there are some great posters with whom you can have an inteligent arguement. But if everything else fails, there is always the ignore button.....

[Atlantic Friend]

indeed, and there are some great posters with whom you can have an inteligent arguement. But if everything else fails, there is always the ignore button.....

I never use it personally. I prefer to read something and maybe be outraged than, you know, only seeing the guys or opinions I like. Plus, as someone esle posted it waay earlier on this thread, it'd be a tad boring if we were all posting things like "x2", "OMG you're right !1111111" and "x123456789".

[foxtrot023]

I never use it personally. I prefer to read something and maybe be outraged than, you know, only seeing the guys or opinions I like. Plus, as someone esle posted it waay earlier on this thread, it'd be a tad boring if we were all posting things like "x2", "OMG you're right !1111111" and "x123456789".

No, no you misunderstood me (or I did not explained myself). The ignore button is dessigned for those annoy folks that only type x2, or 111!!!11 OMG, or country X sucks, you know the trolls.

Arguement and discussing is healthy, even if people don´t agree with you

[Atlantic Friend]

No, no you misunderstood me (or I did not explained myself). The ignore button is dessigned for those annoy folks that only type x2, or 111!!!11 OMG, or country X sucks, you know the trolls.

Arguement and discussing is healthy, even if people don´t agree with you

Oops, sorry ! :oops:

I should read every post twice after two glasses of sweet Côteaux de l'Aubance wine.

[Durandal]

I have noticed there are a lot of posters on this forum lately that don't really seem to be interested in anything military. They seem mostly interested in taking jabs at the United States whenever possible.

If you find that you just cannot find any respect or understanding in you while posting on an American based military forum, you should take a serious think about why it is you actually post here.

We'll the facts speak for themselves...

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Seems like most people are here for the what the forum was intended.

So quit your bitching ye cuckold.