Rascism in INS

[subtle_turtle]

As with all admin decisions, use discretion and always give a friendly warning before exercising your duty as an Admin.

While in most cases a warning is appropriate, racism is an instant ban. Do not pass go, no $200. That can be waived at the discretion of the admin, if something is borderline (like a faked accent), in which case a kick is better, but racial slurs are a permanent ban, all servers.

 

[TeChN9nE]

You guys must be getting the definition of racism out of the Liberal dictionary ... as long as what is said is said in a way that is to bring humor and not meant as an insult , Its not racism. Stating the obvious is one thing , racism is another. In the great words of Carlos Mencia "Nobody wants to laugh any more"

rac⋅ism
   /ˈreɪsɪzəm/ Show Spelled Pronunciation [rey-siz-uhm] Show IPA Pronunciation
–noun
1. a belief or doctrine that inherent differences among the various human races determine cultural or individual achievement, usually involving the idea that one's own race is superior and has the right to rule others.
2. a policy, system of government, etc., based upon or fostering such a doctrine; discrimination.
3. hatred or intolerance of another race or other races.

 

[Frank Booth]

The main problem with that is that you quoted Carlos Mencia, which is not a very funny person.

Racism is fine, just as long as we laugh about it? Take a moment and think about that. Look at the photographs in the book bellow and you will see people smiling and laughing.

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You guys must be getting the definition of racism out of the Liberal dictionary ... as long as what is said is said in a way that is to bring humor and not meant as an insult , Its not racism. Stating the obvious is one thing , racism is another. In the great words of Carlos Mencia "Nobody wants to laugh any more"

rac⋅ism
   /ˈreɪsɪzəm/ Show Spelled Pronunciation [rey-siz-uhm] Show IPA Pronunciation
?noun
1. a belief or doctrine that inherent differences among the various human races determine cultural or individual achievement, usually involving the idea that one's own race is superior and has the right to rule others.
2. a policy, system of government, etc., based upon or fostering such a doctrine; discrimination.
3. hatred or intolerance of another race or other races.

 

[Nero]

You guys must be getting the definition of racism out of the Liberal dictionary ... as long as what is said is said in a way that is to bring humor and not meant as an insult , Its not racism. Stating the obvious is one thing , racism is another. In the great words of Carlos Mencia "Nobody wants to laugh any more"

A racist joke is still to be considered racism. Just because you think it's funny doesn't mean everybody does, a lot of people who are offended don't start yelling about it. Just because nobody straight out calls you on your racist remark, doesn't mean that it wasn't racist.

 

[subtle_turtle]

Just because something is OK on comedy central, does NOT make it ok on our servers.
The standard we hold ourselves to, as eGO members is very high for a reason. You don't know who is on the other side of that internet connection, or what their reaction to your "joke" will be. It may be to laugh. It may be to get pissed and go spread "eGO is racist" all over the internet.
Racism isn't about liberal vs. conservative, it's about being polite and respectful to others. Your "stating the obvious" can be someone else's hurtful stereotype.
I'm not asking you to stop watching Carlos Mencia, Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock, etc. I'm asking you not to bring it onto our servers. The comedy of those comedians has a place, but that is NOT ON OUR SERVERS.

 

[TeChN9nE]

the thing is you guys have had this junk of if it involves race its racism pounded into your head ... when in fact its not. So are you saying that every comedian that has ever told a joke in thier act is a racist? You would have to call Chris Rock , Carlos Mencia , Charlie Murphy , Samuel L Jackson , Kat Williams and even Robin Williams a racist ... and the fact is they are no where near racist. Racism is the blatant act of trying to demean , detract, or slander another persons race by attempting to make them look inferior for your own personal gain or betterment. Why dont we just turn off the ability to talk in our servers period ... that would solve the problem 100%.

 

[Frank Booth]

The policy set by the community managers is that there is zero tolerance for racism. Those comedians may not be racist, but they say racist things. Do not get me wrong, i love Chris Rock and Chappelle, mencia is a most mediocre comedian and must burn, and i watch them a lot. But that is in my personal life. Not on the servers. The servers are to be open to everyone and anyone, they are for gaming not comedy and racist jokes. That is the policy, those are the parameters within which you work as an admin, and you have to enforce it whether you agree with it or not.

the thing is you guys have had this junk of if it involves race its racism pounded into your head ... when in fact its not. So are you saying that every comedian that has ever told a joke in thier act is a racist? You would have to call Chris Rock , Carlos Mencia , Charlie Murphy , Samuel L Jackson , Kat Williams and even Robin Williams a racist ... and the fact is they are no where near racist. Racism is the blatant act of trying to demean , detract, or slander another persons race by attempting to make them look inferior for your own personal gain or betterment. Why dont we just turn off the ability to talk in our servers period ... that would solve the problem 100%.

 

[Sixxgunn]

OK folks, this has gone far enough. You are losing sight of the point here. RACIST REMARKS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON EGO SERVERS. Period. It doesn't matter how a dictionary or a comedian defines it, it matters how eGO defines it. Honestly, what does race have ANYTHING to do with playing this game? Nothing. I have no problem with people stating their opinions on things. However, if you're going to do it here, it needs to be about this game or eGO.

Let me make it clear: Comments about race are not necessary in this game or any of the others that eGO supports. Our admins are trained to weed that out. Come on everyone, let's just play the games and if you want to talk race issues, there are other groups out there I'm sure. I'm closing this thread.

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