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Main Area => Odds n Ends => Topic started by: john on February 15, 2006, 07:36:01 PM

Poll
Question: We are adding one or two moderators -vote for your choice
Option 1: Pandy - who would be the Purple Moderator votes: 10
Option 2: Old Man Wilson - The Republican Moderator votes: 2
Option 3: Redshift - The Red Moderator votes: 28
Option 4: Jetswing - The Wants Boobs Moderator votes: 7
Option 5: Phaedrus - Wants Jetswing's boobs Moderator votes: 7
Option 6: Weaselnose - The Weasel Moderator votes: 5
Title: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: john on February 15, 2006, 07:36:01 PM
Well put in your votes! 
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: Mr.7 on February 15, 2006, 08:05:46 PM
no fair, I should be able to vote for myself  :laugh:

I would be the "artist with crayons moderator"  :thumb:
every board needs one of those
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: oramac on February 15, 2006, 08:32:50 PM
If this is a serious vote, I suggest searching out the posts of the above mentioned candidates.  In my opinion, Redshift is the most qualified after reviewing his posts.  His posts are generally insightful and helpful without the P/W fluff.
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: Blingmasta on February 15, 2006, 08:36:49 PM
Quote from: oramac on February 15, 2006, 08:32:50 PM
If this is a serious vote, I suggest searching out the posts of the above mentioned candidates.  In my opinion, Redshift is the most qualified after reviewing his posts.  His posts are generally insightful and helpful without the P/W fluff.

Absolutely. I didn't even have to think twice before I cast my vote.
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: annguyen1981 on February 15, 2006, 09:19:43 PM
I'd like to be a MOD:

annguyen1981: "Puny Gonaded Moderator" :laugh:
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: mastrind on February 15, 2006, 09:33:22 PM
...damn WEASEL's get no respect....NOZE respect I tell ya...
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: annguyen1981 on February 15, 2006, 09:33:54 PM
I just thought of this idea...

How bout making them all mods as long as they accept?
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: SmartDrug on February 15, 2006, 10:20:04 PM
Where's the button to vote for Joerocker?   :icon_rolleyes:
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: Alphamazing on February 15, 2006, 10:39:27 PM
I vote myself! Yay me! Yay narcissism!

Although, of all the people up there, I'd vote RedShift.
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: Phaedrus on February 15, 2006, 11:32:40 PM
I think before anyone votes, think about what makes a good moderator. Being a knowledgeable member does not necessarily make for a good moderator, though it makes an excellent member and helps a moderator.

What qualities does one need to be a good moderator?

Are they tactful?
Do they have proper "netiquette"?
Are they able to be firm and unbiased?
Do they encourage and participate in discussions?
Are they active enough on the board to nip problems in the bud?
Are they solid in their decision making abilities?
Do they have a strong enough "presence"?

Make sure you ask these questions to yourself before voting!

Hopefully this won't be a popularity contest or a "who knows the most" sort of thing. But more, who will do the job the best?

BTW - I voted for Redshift.  :thumb:
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: yamahonkawazuki on February 16, 2006, 12:05:02 AM
that is something id like to do. been there done that before. but my time will come, btw i gave my vote to pandy. seems well rounded, but im bettin could become quite firm if pushed hard enough. but redshift also deserves it :cheers:
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: pantablo on February 16, 2006, 12:31:35 AM
Quote from: SmartDrug on February 15, 2006, 10:20:04 PM
Where's the button to vote for Joerocker? :icon_rolleyes:

hahaha, that was my first thought too...
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: Cal Amari on February 16, 2006, 02:01:20 AM
Redshift got my vote...
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: Stephen072774 on February 16, 2006, 07:04:10 AM
Redshift will make a great mod, he's my number 1 pick too, but since he seems to have the votes, I voted for Jetswing :thumb:
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: john on February 16, 2006, 07:07:09 AM
Quote from: pantablo on February 16, 2006, 12:31:35 AM
Quote from: SmartDrug on February 15, 2006, 10:20:04 PM
Where's the button to vote for Joerocker? :icon_rolleyes:

hahaha, that was my first thought too...

Hey, I'm just offering a chance for variety of candidates.
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: pandy on February 16, 2006, 08:07:31 AM
Well, since JoeRocker isn't an option  :cry:, Redshift rocks my vote, too!  :icon_mrgreen: :thumb:
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: Ed_in_Az on February 16, 2006, 08:54:30 AM
There is not one option in the list of potential moderators that shares my values, and only one that would come to the defense of anyone not leaning to the left, so that's who I voted for. I do applaud John and Pablo for FINALLY banning the most vulgar member to deface this board. In keeping with the moderators encouragement to keep this site clean, I have removed most( :icon_rolleyes:) of my attempts at provoking honest non-liberal thought here. Of course I've left anything that could help a new GS500 owner get aquainted with his or her steed. Since I don't currently own a GS500(same as lots of other members  :icon_rolleyes:), I probably won't post in the future, other than perhaps a polite correction to anti-American Motorcycle propaganda. I do wish you all health, wealth, and sanity. Have fun, and play nice.

:cheers:
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: Alphamazing on February 16, 2006, 11:23:29 AM
Quote from: Ed_in_Az on February 16, 2006, 08:54:30 AM
I do applaud John and Pablo for FINALLY banning the most vulgar member to deface this board.

Word.

Quote from: Ed_in_Az on February 16, 2006, 08:54:30 AM
In keeping with the moderators encouragement to keep this site clean, I have removed most( :icon_rolleyes:) of my attempts at provoking honest non-liberal thought here.

I think it's hilarious how you offensively say you're removing the offensive material. Well done!  :laugh: :laugh:

Quote from: Ed_in_Az on February 16, 2006, 08:54:30 AM
I probably won't post in the future, other than perhaps a polite correction to anti-American Motorcycle propaganda. I do wish you all health, welath, and sanity. Have fun, and play nice.

I don't think going to that extreme is necessary, per se, and this is coming from one of those "liberal yahoos". You shouldn't just up and leave, but maybe throw in motorcycle advice at times too? I dunno. Just a thought. If you do decide to leave, ride safe Ed.
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: john on February 16, 2006, 12:50:17 PM
Ed just wants to keep his motorcycle expertice to himself.  He's an American bike bigot now :laugh:
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: weaselnoze on February 16, 2006, 03:55:07 PM
jesus who nominated me? lol
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: john on February 16, 2006, 04:22:56 PM
Quote from: weaselnoze on February 16, 2006, 03:55:07 PM
jesus who nominated me? lol



Apparently Jesus did.
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: 70 Cam Guy on February 16, 2006, 09:00:08 PM
I miss Mr. C, we should make him an honorary mod
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: yamahonkawazuki on February 16, 2006, 09:25:47 PM
+20 :cry:
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: SmartDrug on February 17, 2006, 12:37:43 AM
yay jeebus... :cheers:
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: RedShift on February 25, 2006, 08:27:48 AM
Well!!

Get distracted for 10 days and I get elected for something important.  Surprised seems too mild a reaction.  Thanks for all those that voted for me.  :thumb:  (Goes to show you never know what effect you have on others.)

Postscript: The main reason for my disappearance was an ice storm that hit Michigan on 17-Feb causing 3 days of no power.  Was winter camping in my living room  :cry: -- temperature in the basement was 38°F (3°C).  At night it dropped down to 4°F (-15°C).   Not a fun time.

Kinda reminded me of that movie, Day After Tomorrow (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0319262/), when the earth fell into an ice age and everything above Florida was in perpetual winter. Yikes.  Makes me shiver.
Title: Re: Vote for new moderator(s)
Post by: Mr.7 on February 25, 2006, 09:34:10 AM
It looks like you won by a landslide.

Why are you not a mod now?  :dunno_white:

Why am I not a mod?  :icon_mrgreen:  :icon_razz: