rod03801: That is not a request, but a demand. Call it what you want, but that is what it is. That is precisely why I made my request for changing the moderators powers when it comes to being able to edit other people's post. You say you've edited some rude or obnoxious posts. I'll have to take your word on it. So far I have no reason to doubt that your actions aren't principled or honorable, but I didn't get to read them and make up my own mind about them. Perhaps the original poster agrees with you and was just pushing the envelope, or maybe they think you're wrong in this and have acted arbitrarily? As it is set up now, they're out of luck when they cross whatever line each moderator draws in the sand. You are but one moderator in one discussion board and that is what I have the problem with. It is too personality driven as it is set up now. Each of you, even in the same discussion board have different agendas. I will say that I'm glad you have stated that rule clearly and that any one posting here knows what to expect from you when they post. It seems like a sensible enough of a rule if there has to be this kind of rule. I believe people shouldn't be attacking someone's character or calling them names. Disagreeing with them is a lot different than attacking or fighting with them. Rules clearly stated usually have the merit of being easy to understand even when one finds them disagreeable. The boundaries are established and we can get back to the business of this board's subject.