Since you listen, I'll always make suggestions where it seems warranted. And it's nice to know that if it's a suggestion that you agree with or don't agree with that you may put it out there to see how other users on the site feel about it. At least it gives all users a chance to give their input whether or not they take the time. Hopefully we'll see responses from others in this. I haven't seen mamakaz on here lately. I miss her!
You're very welcome DollyFan. While I'm very proud of what JealousBrother has evolved to, there will always be room for improvement and with that being said there are no better people to offer suggestions for improvement than those who actually participate on the website. Sometimes I get a little lost in the backend of the website staring at thousands of lines of code so receiving input from users who actually interact with the front end of the site is extremely valuable.
JealousBrother users will always have an open ear from me and as long as it's possible and makes sense I will do my best to address it. In the future I will be adding some kind of feature request/suggestion form to make it easier for users to offer suggestions.
While a particular user has apparently caused some grief and I understand and sympathize with the complaints I tend to look at the grief as a positive. This user has opened my eyes to several issues and loopholes in the site which in part is their intention and to some degree has made the site more secure and better for everyone. Not too mention each issue, item, feature I've created to counteract the exploits has not only made the site better has also furthered my abilities to address future issues. So in part I'm appreciative.
I guess what it boils down to is if an action is allowed on the website then I can't scorn a user for performing that action. So the question that will be answered in this rivalry is whether or not that action should be restricted to rivalry participants. I'll wait a couple more days before making a final decision on the matter and hope more people chime in to give me as much insight as possible. The changes would literally take no more than an hour to complete so it's not a question of whether it can be done only should it be done.
This law was signed by President Obama on Monday. I believe the Courts should rule that the part of the law that creates these restrictions on funeral protests as unconstitutional and the other parts if the law should be left in effect. While I obviously agree that the Westboro group will be dealt a blow by God, our First Amendment is too precious to give up. Picketing at soldier's funerals has nothing to do with gays, as this church would have us believe. They literally are hate mongers but do have the same rights as you or I, and as an American who does not have all the rights of others, I know how that feels to know that others want to keep rights from you. I would not take anyone's rights from them.
First off, I want to say thanks for listening, Ryan. It's nice to know that a site owner pays so much attention to the participants of his site. Most can't say that.
I feel that this site is for debating issues. Debating means giving your input as to why you believe one way or the other on a particular issue. If all you are doing is voting other user's comments down, then you aren't really using the site for it's true purpose. I have no problem with someone disagreeing with myself (or Rick) but give us input and feedback as to why. So, as I've stated to you before, I believe that users should have to have picked a side in the rivalry in order to vote up or down on another user's comment. I also like the thought that if a user votes down a comment, they should be required to make a comment explaining why. I will be interested to see what one particular user has to say. Or will that person not make a comment and just vote my comment down, like usual.
TNinfidel, you can vote my comments down as much as you like and leave no reason. I do not care. It only strengthens my resolve. I will not change how I feel, and I will NOT stop commenting simply because you choose to be so childish. I will continue to state my opinions and argue for what I believe. So, by all means, keep voting my comments down. It will only encourage me. Thanks.
While I agree with DollyFan that any group that wishes to protest at military funerals should be allowed to I also believe they should have enough respect NOT to. These men and women have given the ultimate sacrifice so that others may enjoy all of the freedoms for which we all hold so dear. I find it absolutely reprehensible that any person would protest another's funeral, especially that of a soldier's. I would call shame on these supposed "christians", but they would have to have morals first to understand the argument. Clearly they do not. I would suggest that members of the Westboro Baptist Church actually read the Bible. Perhaps they could practice what is supposed to be preached. "Love thy neighbor" and "Love thy enemy" to paraphrase loosely. If they cannot find those passages I would be happy to show them. It's actually in that book they always hold up every time they yell at gay people.
Great input Rick. Keep it coming everyone; we will look at all opinions and options before making a decision on how to handle this particular feature. Your input and participation is greatly appreciated.
I would even take it a step further and say that no one should be able to vote down comments until they have chosen a side and left at least one comment or reply. If you disagree or agree with someone then you should have to explain why you feel that way. Voting up or down someone's comments means nothing if you don't at least offer your comments supporting why you did in the first place.
Never had Zaxbys? What!!! How long have you live out here? Time to stop in and get an order of there tater chips (I think that's what they're called.) Very good quality real chicken just like Chic Fil-a
I had to vote neutral because I have never had Zaxby's. I love chick-fil-a's chicken minis and their chicken Cesar wrap. That is all i eat there and my son loves their kids meals.
JealousBrother users will always have an open ear from me and as long as it's possible and makes sense I will do my best to address it. In the future I will be adding some kind of feature request/suggestion form to make it easier for users to offer suggestions.
While a particular user has apparently caused some grief and I understand and sympathize with the complaints I tend to look at the grief as a positive. This user has opened my eyes to several issues and loopholes in the site which in part is their intention and to some degree has made the site more secure and better for everyone. Not too mention each issue, item, feature I've created to counteract the exploits has not only made the site better has also furthered my abilities to address future issues. So in part I'm appreciative.
I guess what it boils down to is if an action is allowed on the website then I can't scorn a user for performing that action. So the question that will be answered in this rivalry is whether or not that action should be restricted to rivalry participants. I'll wait a couple more days before making a final decision on the matter and hope more people chime in to give me as much insight as possible. The changes would literally take no more than an hour to complete so it's not a question of whether it can be done only should it be done.
I feel that this site is for debating issues. Debating means giving your input as to why you believe one way or the other on a particular issue. If all you are doing is voting other user's comments down, then you aren't really using the site for it's true purpose. I have no problem with someone disagreeing with myself (or Rick) but give us input and feedback as to why. So, as I've stated to you before, I believe that users should have to have picked a side in the rivalry in order to vote up or down on another user's comment. I also like the thought that if a user votes down a comment, they should be required to make a comment explaining why. I will be interested to see what one particular user has to say. Or will that person not make a comment and just vote my comment down, like usual.