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By only5402 · Mar 2, 2022 · 22 replies
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In a poignant reflection, forum member only5402 initiated a discussion that, while quickly moderated for political content, sparked a vital conversation about the WatchProSite community's core values. This thread, despite its initial misstep, became a powerful reaffirmation of the forum's dedication to horology as a sanctuary, underscoring why its long-standing policy against political discourse is essential for preserving its unique atmosphere.

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Moderator Edit:  Photo removed by Patrick_y. 
Moderator Comment: As stated by Dr No, this thread is being locked since it violates our Terms of Use (no politics).  Let's avoid talking about politics and let's focus on watches.  Thank you! 



This message has been edited by Dr No on 2022-03-02 19:56:45 




This message has been edited by patrick_y on 2022-03-03 01:48:00

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TheMadDruid
Mar 2, 2022

It’s a place where we can relax. The body and soul need respite from all the evils of the world. I know many Forumers personally and I know they’re aware of what happens in the greater world, beyond the Forum; and they deeply care. It’s been decided long ago here is not the place to raise these issues. There’s nothing wrong with that.

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Watchonthewrist
Mar 2, 2022

If i am correct thats a rule

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LS
Mar 2, 2022

Stop posting political stuff. Stop posting social justice stuff. Stop posting about the military conflict you care about (while ignoring the ones your news media leaves you ignorant of). Stop trying to turn this forum into a mouthpiece for your cause. You are ignorant and know nothing. Did it occur that perhaps we need a war in Europe to get the West snap out of the funk we’ve been in, so that everyone “get’s real”, elects competent leaders, Eliminate equity, diversity, and inclusion, avoid cata

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Gregineugene
Mar 2, 2022

I fail to understand how it could be possible to have a deep discussion about mechanics, beauty, gardening or any other subject if the concern is always to loop into current political events. Tragedies are omnipresent in the world. However they don't exist exclusive of myriad other pursuits. It would be a tragedy if they did.

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Dr No
Mar 2, 2022

. . . for wristwatches. And, it is focused on that subject. To that end, we expect participants to refrain from political or religious controversy. A few weeks ago I asked Nicolas if he would be able to stop in Ste Marie du Mont to take a photo of a street sign. You may wonder why. One of my Dad's professional colleagues was Angelo Chatas. On June 6th, 1944, he supported the Normandy invasion as a frogman, blowing up German mines. He risked his life for freedom. There have been several threads l

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Chicolini
Mar 2, 2022

in the beginning of your post. You speak your political mind. So maybe you should take your own advice before coming on so strong to another and calling names, eh? This is a place of peace. A place free of politics and most certainly a place where we don’t allow participants to degrade others. If you cannot respect the decorum here then please remove yourself. Thank you.

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