That's really tough. I'm very anti-censorship, but there are times in our lives when a little tact is essential. Like if you overhear someone say something bad about another person, you might just be better off not mentioning it. Or in the business world, individuals need to censor themselves to avoid sacrificing vital relationships. I suppose it all depends on the arena.
Sometimes, if it involves someone feelings, censorship is needed. Jenn said if we were overhear something we shouldn't repeat, then don't.
As for absolute censorship, I live my the theory "if it dosen't directly affect me, leave it alone". I don't have to see, read or listen to something I find offensive.
A public area such as this is a different thing. Do no type something that might hurt someone else's feelings. Like if I said "Leona's pink calculator makes her look like a Barbie freak," I should be aware she may be offended.
Wait, maybe I should delete that comment....censorship is such a touchy thing...
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That's really tough. I'm very anti-censorship, but there are times in our lives when a little tact is essential. Like if you overhear someone say something bad about another person, you might just be better off not mentioning it. Or in the business world, individuals need to censor themselves to avoid sacrificing vital relationships. I suppose it all depends on the arena.
Sometimes, if it involves someone feelings, censorship is needed. Jenn said if we were overhear something we shouldn't repeat, then don't.
As for absolute censorship, I live my the theory "if it dosen't directly affect me, leave it alone". I don't have to see, read or listen to something I find offensive.
A public area such as this is a different thing. Do no type something that might hurt someone else's feelings. Like if I said "Leona's pink calculator makes her look like a Barbie freak," I should be aware she may be offended.
Wait, maybe I should delete that comment....censorship is such a touchy thing...
I like Barbie! OMG!
Thoughtful answers, peeps.
[Glad I read Karalea's comment _immediately_ after skimming down to Leona's Barbie shout because I was seriously wondering about her!]
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