JTX, I think you're merging two conversations. There was one about the problems of the social and a discussion about whether or not to continue putting in the effort of hosting them. There was another about one individual (Whispers) contributing much more than one person's fair share, and wanting others to share the load. It's tough when you feel like you give, give, give, and so little is contributed in return. Thus the "strike" on contributing reviews, disclosing UTR gals, etc, hoping to incite others to pony up their private stock.
There was no discussion of withholding info that might protect somebody. I appreciate your sharing of the texting problem. I agree with you that it is an issue others should know about. I posted the same regarding unsolicited callbacks just yesterday. If you want to withhold contributing the positive, that's your call, and I respect it. I did the same for years on the previous board. However, I NEVER withheld information that would protect hobbyists. Twice I warned of impending busts because I observed the surveillance in both locations. Twice I was right. During that time, I never contributed reviews. My choice, and yours too. I think membership in this fantasy community implies watching each other's back. That is the root of why we even login to this site. Safety. At least as close to it as we can get.
Originally Posted by ThatHarleyGuy
perhaps. but when people are too busy talking smack to other board members, the "brotherhood" is lost. nobody joined ECCIE to hear people bitch about whether or not what they are posting is the truth. nobody joined ECCIE to have other members talk shit to thim without any penalty or sanction.
whispers has been one of those talking smack to me for no apparent reason. he has no dog in this fight, he just started talking smack. what makes it extremely hypocritical for HIM of all people is that he felt people weren't in essence respecting his efforts, much like my situation. but it is ok for him to "go on strike" but all i get is mouthful of shit from other board members when i opt not to share knowledge that i know?
well, sorry, but as long as people like him continue to talk smack and not retract their statements, the rest of the board members will suffer the lack of info sharing on my part. that may possibly correct members in general behaving badly, when other board members step up to the mouthy ones and tell them to take it down a notch. until then, as long as people aren't man enough to tell these other board bullies to shut the f*** up, there will be many others like me who will opt not to post a damn thing.
i care about others' safety - but it is not my responsibility to post anything about something that would help someone from stepping into a potential violent encounter or at the very least, lose their hard earned money. and so long as those who continue to talk smack maintain their position i will maintain mine.