Is civility in the blogosphere overrated? (AemJeff & Bobby G)

[nikkibong]

Originally Posted by graz

Thanks Jeff and Bobby. The bits after the 24 minute mark are really of a piece with the topic. I would ask Bobby how calling PZ Meyers a douche-bag is squared with his theory of civility. Or how exactly would it be enforced? Bobby's contention that ignoring trolls is the best approach, is a good example of the reason for diversity of opinion on the matter, or where the debate can begin.

I can't speak for Brendan or Bloggin, but the cat is already out of the bag. I know (reasonably assured) that Brendan can face the mild criticism you posed. (Even though I think I understand your impulse to cut it). I would welcome a response. Especially, having followed the exchanges, since I don't believe that Brendan is responsible for Bloggin's absence.
Enter the fray... accept the consequences, including risks. Community standards will adhere and adjust, but spare me anything more than guidelines that are generally mocked eventually anyway.

Let free unfettered speech reign.

This all feels very East Anglia, doesn't it?

That said: I'm not sure I agree with you, graz. You are conflating private conversations with public discourse. Since the ostensible topic of this diavlog is how to conduct oneself in PUBLIC, I see no hypocrisy in Bobby G calling PZ Myers a d-bag in private.

Also, the description couldn't be more apt.

BTW: did the bhtv bowers that "b" even bother to watch this thing? Pathetic editing job on their part.