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How To Cancel Someone

Knowingless • 2188 implied HN points • 22 Jan 26
🎭️ Culture Community Standards
  1. Cancellation is a serious form of social punishment and should be a last resort. Only use it when the person poses concrete, credible harm, victims are likely to be affected again, and other options have failed.
  2. If you decide to cancel, stick to clean facts and relevant context, clearly label your interpretations, explain the concrete damage, and tell people what action you want them to take. Don’t assume motives, crop quotes, or use demonizing language—be precise and transparent.
  3. Be cautious about secrets and rumors, verify sources, and share the burden if you’re the one who goes public. Avoid broad second-order punishments of people who merely associate with the cancelled unless they independently meet the same criteria.

Anti-Jew Bigotry Will Not Be Tolerated Here

Disaffected Newsletter • 3337 implied HN points • 10 Jul 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Community Standards
  1. No anti-Jewish bigotry will be allowed. This means any hateful comments or discrimination against Jewish people will not be tolerated.
  2. There's a difference between discussing issues related to Jewish identities and promoting bigotry. It's important to have rational conversations without being hateful.
  3. If someone breaks these rules, they will be asked to leave. There won't be chances for explanations or discussions about it.

Rudeness has consequences

Disaffected Newsletter • 1039 implied HN points • 19 Apr 23
🎭️ Culture Community Standards
  1. Rudeness can lead to real consequences. It’s important to treat others with respect, or there may be penalties.
  2. The author has decided to limit communication to only paying subscribers due to rude comments from some free subscribers.
  3. Polite requests for help are always welcome, but persistent rudeness will result in being blocked from contacting.

The Ponsonby pink-panties Santa

A B’Old Woman • 159 implied HN points • 27 Nov 22
🎭️ Culture Community Standards
  1. Some people think Santa wearing women's underwear in public is funny for everyone, but many feel it should be private. It's important to keep certain things away from kids.
  2. There are concerns about sexualizing Santa for children. The holiday should focus on fun for kids, not adult themes.
  3. Instead of wearing revealing clothing, Santa can opt for lighter, summer-appropriate outfits that are still festive without the risqué twist.
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Live Sensemaking! Rules of Engagement

The Bigger Picture • 0 implied HN points • 15 Sep 20
🎭️ Culture Community Standards
  1. Clear community standards and codes of conduct are essential for a growing community.
  2. Live sensemaking sessions can be valuable for the community to collectively establish rules and guidelines.
  3. Engaging in the process of setting community standards can foster a sense of belonging and responsibility among members.