 | Home > Site News & Feedback > Freedom of Speech on the forum |
 
|
|
|
| ZeDefender Member Since: 15 Sep 2011 Location: Munich Posts: 4731   
|
I realise this is slightly
 or maybe balancing:
A several months ago, a young (well, younger than me) family moved in across the road with their 15 year-old boy. He has Down's and made a lot of noise whilst they were moving in (still does) - actually worried me a bit. I think I felt "sorry for them". Idiot me. Over Summer, I have got to know him a lot better and I can honestly say he is one of the friendliest, happiest, thoughtful young men I have met. Sure he's a handful, but he's so bloody strong if I was in a fight, I would definitely want him on my side 
I think what really made me think was when I found out that he was from the father's first marriage (wife couldn't cope) and the very attractive younger blond woman had taken the role of his (and his younger sister's) "new mother". Respect - they make a great family. I think what I'm trying to say is that I can find the poster funny and respect the young man at the same time. Guess I'm just f*cked up... Tell someone you love them today because life is short. But shout it at them in German because life is also terrifying and confusing... |
||
24th Nov 2012 4:50pm |
|
| JJ Member Since: 18 May 2009 Location: Winchester Posts: 932  
|
I find the text surrounding the photo in Glyn's post offensive and for me it is inappropriate.
However it would be wrong to remove it in a debate surrounding free speech ( even on an open forum). |
||
|
24th Nov 2012 5:03pm |
|
| Retroanaconda Member Since: 04 Jan 2012 Location: Scotland Posts: 2646 
|
If people are finding that image offensive then they probably shouldn't look at the rest of the internet!
Free speech works both ways. |
||
|
24th Nov 2012 5:33pm |
|
| SGH Member Since: 27 Sep 2010 Location: Hellingly-Sussex Posts: 1527
|
I cannot believe someone would register on here just to have a moan  |
||
|
24th Nov 2012 5:38pm |
|
| The Boy Member Since: 28 Aug 2008 Location: East Northants Posts: 1459 
|
Wtf has that sick photo got to do with free speech? Also the word "
 " has appeared! What sort of forum is this? Totally sicken by it! |
||
|
24th Nov 2012 5:39pm |
|
| ibexman Member Since: 13 Dec 2008 Location: Essex Posts: 2945
|
Is Glyn a retard then
 |
||
|
24th Nov 2012 5:42pm |
|
| ZeDefender Member Since: 15 Sep 2011 Location: Munich Posts: 4731
|
Not being able to keep my gob shut:
1) Fortunately we seem to have a very attentive and reasonable administrator of this forum - Martin (henceforth referred to as "God") 2) If someone considers something so heinous that they believe it must be removed, they simply have to click the triangle and ask "God" to do something about it. Like prayer, it might not always be answered. 3) If not, no one obliges them to continue to stare at the offending object. 4) Although this is an open forum, unless an "outsider" was to do a search combining the words "retarded", "defender" and "offensive", I doubt they would find the current bone of contention (in the first Google results, at least). I think if I was really upset about something, I would PM the poster, explain my pain and politely ask them to remove it, not because they were wrong, but simply out of kindness. I honestly believe Defender owners are probably the most considerate (if outspoken) vehicle owners in the world - test this out... Tell someone you love them today because life is short. But shout it at them in German because life is also terrifying and confusing... |
||
|
24th Nov 2012 5:43pm |
|
| couplands Member Since: 31 Aug 2011 Location: Peak District & Cornwall Posts: 1826 
|
>> 2) If someone considers something so heinous that they believe it must be removed, they simply have to click the triangle and ask "God" to do something about it. Like prayer, it might not always be answered.
I clicked the link to report it, but someone has already done that and it seems you cant do it twice... I understand the point that was trying to be made, but the picture and subject used to make the point was sadly way off the mark. Just my opinion. cheers simon |
||
|
24th Nov 2012 5:48pm |
|
| ZeDefender Member Since: 15 Sep 2011 Location: Munich Posts: 4731
|
Tell someone you love them today because life is short.
But shout it at them in German because life is also terrifying and confusing... |
||
|
24th Nov 2012 5:54pm |
|
| NoDo$h Member Since: 18 Aug 2007 Location: Buried in deer guts in Dorset Posts: 972 
|
Having had the pleasure of meeting Glyn a couple of years back I can safely say he bought a Defender as the driving positio makes it easier to lick the window
 
54 Freelander modded for mud 2008 D3 SE 2010 90 XS SW 1978 88 Series 3 undergoing surgery with a new owner 2007 90 County Truck Cab - gone 2006 D3 SE - gone 2004 Freelander Sport - gay 1999 Disco V8 ES rotted to bits |
||
|
24th Nov 2012 6:00pm |
|
| landynick Member Since: 24 Jun 2011 Location: Aberdeenshire Posts: 1 
|
Disgraceful. The Dirty General rides again
|
||
|
24th Nov 2012 6:03pm |
|
| bilko Member Since: 08 Mar 2012 Location: warrington Posts: 106 
|
Sorry! But as a low posting newbie on here I have to support 'the boys' view on the picture and it's text content!
I have both a niece and a great nephew with learning difficulties, yes they have names for what they have, and as I too have have the right to freedom of speech. .... I find the picture offensive, sick and inappropriate. Neil. |
||
|
24th Nov 2012 6:04pm |
|
| The Boy Member Since: 28 Aug 2008 Location: East Northants Posts: 1459
|
Zedefender.
As you say it gave you a laugh and I know I am not in the gang here which is why I am virtually by myself here but it say so much that the photo is still here! I know my time on this forum is now very limited because I have dared to speak out but trust me I don't regret it. I stand by my complaint even if every other member says it is ok to post this type of stuff. |
||
|
24th Nov 2012 6:10pm |
|
| scotty38 Member Since: 21 May 2011 Location: Lincolnshire Posts: 571 
|
Not saying I agree or disagree with the picture but I will ask ALL of those that object if they've ever told a poor taste joke, irrespective of the subject?
Just asking that's all and if you haven't (ever) then fair enough..... |
||
|
24th Nov 2012 6:10pm |
|
|
|
| All times are GMT |
< Previous Topic | Next Topic > |
Posting Rules
|
Site Copyright © 2006-2024 Futuranet Ltd & Martin Lewis
