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How is your experience on the Fediverse? (kbin.run)

submitted 1 year ago by SamXavia@kbin.run to c/asklemmy@lemmy.ml

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What are some things that you enjoy or dislike about the Fediverse so far.

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[–] BolexForSoup@kbin.social 5 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (2 children)

I’m seeing the exact same fatal flaw I’ve seen on every single forum that gets any traction where moderators are afraid to ban people, or at least temporarily ban them, when they are just generally disruptive/acting like assholes. Just because someone doesn’t clearly 100% break a rule to the T doesn’t mean they should get to stick around. Disruption is grounds enough to remove someone.

You do not have an obligation to free speech. You are not a government entity. Yes, it is laudable to embrace different points of view and allow the free exchange of ideas. But some people are just assholes and keeping them around is bad for the community. Don’t be afraid to ban those people.

[–] Nougat@kbin.social 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I keep a finger over the "block" button at all times. Which isn't to say that I block anything I disagree with - but some people just show their colors so fast.

[–] BolexForSoup@kbin.social 2 points 1 year ago

Truth. I just don't want to suffer those people anymore.

[–] UngodlyAudrey@beehaw.org 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Beehaw's admins have been trying to address some of those issues.

[–] BolexForSoup@kbin.social 4 points 1 year ago

I have a separate beehaw account and they definitely are better about it than most.