Who thinks RallyPoint should pick a 'no politics day', one day each week that no one can post or comment about politics?

SSG Pete Fleming — Tue, 06 Jun 2017 22:07:50 -0400

Response by LTC Stephen C. made Jun 6 at 2017 10:08 PM

LTC Stephen C. — Tue, 06 Jun 2017 22:08:53 -0400

Response by LCpl Cody Collins made Jun 6 at 2017 10:16 PM

LCpl Cody Collins — Tue, 06 Jun 2017 22:16:39 -0400

we already do that ,on my job? Only one democratic crazy is still trying to pick a fight. he's even taken to leaving nasty political notes on the tables in the break room.

Response by Cpl Justin Goolsby made Jun 6 at 2017 11:09 PM

Cpl Justin Goolsby — Tue, 06 Jun 2017 23:09:48 -0400

I didn't vote, because personally I refuse to talk politics on weekends anyways because it's a subject that typically gets heated and stressful and I don't invite stress into my home on my down time.

Honestly I'm not sure how it would translate onto a public forum like this. Some of us only jump into subjects days after it was originally discussed. Then again, what happens if something big happens politically on an assigned "no politics day". Do we all just pretend nothing happened while we all watch the clock waiting for the time change to spam the site with 30 different posts all about the same subject.

It'd be an interesting idea to see implemented, I just can't imagine how it would work. I'm pretty neutral on the subject.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 6 at 2017 11:31 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 06 Jun 2017 23:31:50 -0400

When I signed up for this site I thought it was to exchange professional military ideas and lessons learned. I've had a few professional discussions but most are politically centered. So, my opinion of RP has changed. I just see this as another satire site. I think it's usefulness for many will cease.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 6 at 2017 11:34 PM

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 06 Jun 2017 23:34:21 -0400

Can we also have a no religion day?

Response by SFC George Sease made Jun 6 at 2017 11:36 PM

SFC George Sease — Tue, 06 Jun 2017 23:36:17 -0400

It would be nice. Unfortunately there are some people that are going to discuss politics any time 24/7. It would be worth a try.

Response by PFC Jonathan Albano made Jun 7 at 2017 1:00 AM

PFC Jonathan Albano — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 01:00:58 -0400

This wouldn't be a bad idea. Realistically though, when one doesn't feel like dealing with politics, the best course of action is phone off and turn on Netflix (either that or a book if one feels like a 100% detox). It's easier to turn off Social Media than it is to police the people on it.

Response by SGT Tony Clifford made Jun 7 at 2017 2:13 AM

SGT Tony Clifford — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 02:13:40 -0400

I don't know if that's possible or even wise. We are members of a diverse community with many differing points of view. I think that honest debate is helps deal with the divisive issues. If you can talk rationally and respectfully with people you disagree with, you can at the very least reach an understanding. Yes, there are childish responses from time to time, but you can't expect everyone to behave in a civil manner.

Response by Capt Dwayne Conyers made Jun 7 at 2017 2:14 AM

Capt Dwayne Conyers — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 02:14:20 -0400

Can. But we could maybe be a bit less testy when discussing such topics.

Response by SSgt Robert Marx made Jun 7 at 2017 4:57 AM

SSgt Robert Marx — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 04:57:23 -0400

I think a politics free day once a month might possibly work, or possibly not!

Response by MCPO Roger Collins made Jun 7 at 2017 8:54 AM

MCPO Roger Collins — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 08:54:50 -0400

All that is necessary is not to participate as many days as you wish. And anyone can hit the do not follow button. BTW, remember not to poke yourself in the eye with a sharp stick.

Response by CPT Jack Durish made Jun 7 at 2017 9:45 AM

CPT Jack Durish — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 09:45:25 -0400

Sure, why not. We simply can't control ourselves, can we? While we're at it, could someone please be assigned to change my Depends?

Response by SP5 Dave (Shotgun) Shockley made Jun 7 at 2017 9:48 AM

SP5 Dave (Shotgun) Shockley — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 09:48:22 -0400

Maybe once a week every Tuesday.

Response by LTC Stephen B. made Jun 7 at 2017 9:56 AM

LTC Stephen B. — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 09:56:05 -0400

Just don't open the discussions on political posts.....

Response by Lt Col Scott Shuttleworth made Jun 7 at 2017 10:18 AM

Lt Col Scott Shuttleworth — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 10:18:58 -0400

AMEN

Response by SrA Edward Vong made Jun 7 at 2017 10:44 AM

SrA Edward Vong — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 10:44:44 -0400

I prefer to keep RP military only and no politics. But that's just me.

Response by Sgt Wayne Wood made Jun 7 at 2017 11:08 AM

Sgt Wayne Wood — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 11:08:47 -0400

How do you enforce it? You don't even ride herd on the "unverified" bomb-throwers on here now...

Response by PO2 Rev. Frederick C. Mullis, AFI, CFM made Jun 7 at 2017 11:17 AM

PO2 Rev. Frederick C. Mullis, AFI, CFM — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 11:17:26 -0400

It might be fun to see how long it lasts and who is the first to break the No Politics rule.

Response by SFC William H. made Jun 7 at 2017 11:39 AM

SFC William H. — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 11:39:57 -0400

"Once, I thought I was out.....and they sucked me back in...

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 7 at 2017 11:51 AM

1SG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 07 Jun 2017 11:51:38 -0400

I think I have seen just about any topic morph into politics some kind of way. It doesn't have to be Trump, Obama, Hillary, etc specific at all.
I've seen many a thread go off the rails because members lose their minds about this.