But it’s a very good guideline for people who, like moderators, have power and imperfect understanding. It’s saying, “when in doubt, err on the side of leat possible harm”. So that’s a good guide. Right?
But it’s a very good guideline for people who, like moderators, have power and imperfect understanding. It’s saying, “when in doubt, err on the side of leat possible harm”. So that’s a good guide. Right?
Clinicallydepressedpoochie@lemmy.world 2 weeks ago
Generally yes, but I feel a lot of people will assume their grievance is some sort of gray area that needs this type of consideration when it’s most likely not.
big_fat_fluffy@leminal.space 2 weeks ago
Well there is no clean connection between the rule and reality (short of forbidden word lists anyway). It’s always a matter of somebody’s interpretation.
Some communities have rules like “don’t be a dick”, which seems implied.
Maybe rules are inappropriate here. At best a justification.