daveman
Diamond Member
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- #21
Valid points all, and I meant no disrespect to the board.The repeat posters here value the board, this place is an important aspect of who they are in as much as they feel free to express themselves unencumbered by the restrictions we may face in our real lives.
Anonymity provides a freedom where we can share our views without fear of reprisal. I do not believe a person who discounts USMB by saying "it is only the internet". This place is a portal for those who may have a host of reasons not to discuss these issues in real life. Those reasons may include health issues amongst a variety of other valid circumstances which may encumber the freedom to think, speak and share of themselves.
USMB is far from a zoo, it is a thriving, growing entity which serves an eclectic membership and an even great audience.
What I'm saying is I'd like my online persona to be more like my meatspace persona.