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Do not discriminate - please, everyone, work to hold the line

DormouseAtRest_25

"Rule 5: Do not discriminate.

Do not post or link to anything that is considered offensive to others with regard to the protected characteristics outlined in UK equality legislation: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation. We encourage open conversation, but everyone has the right to share ideas without fear of hostility."

In support of "Rule 5: Do not discriminate" - please, everyone, work to hold the line (so that our community here may remain a safe space).

Discrimination may appear in many guises. 

Some forms of discrimination may more subtle and insidious (proceeding in a gradual, subtle way, but with very harmful effects) than others.

I celebrate and embrace the diversity of our Autistic community. 

I view "Rule 5" as a central tenet (main principle, or belief, that forms the foundation for a system of ideas, a belief system, or a movement) in supporting and maintaining that diversity of our community here (and in the real World too).

In volatile times; our news media channels, social media platforms and other forum places can become tough watches, not to mention points of engagement.

If you ever find you want to follow some news with the horror show elements toned down a bit; don't forget about the BBC CBBC NEWSROUND as an option:

https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround

www.bbc.co.uk/.../cp44v5q09dzo

An example of today's Newsround editorial themes:

"Nina has your Friday Newsround. Ricky visits a sewage works, we find out about a hunt for space rocks and there are surfing dogs, dinos and Marios in this week's Strange News.

  • Everything you need to know about the World Athletics Championships
  • Scientists solve mystery behind dancing spiders
  • Quiz of the Week: Have you been following this week's news?
Remember, on weekdays, if you want to watch Newsround with British Sign Language and subtitles, you can find it [on the Newsround website]."
In our household, during the COVID-19 pandemic; we found this proved to be a welcome strategy (a bit of news, with some respite from quite the relentless and frenetic level of - doom-mongering, people-baiting and conflict simply because it makes for buoyant ratings).

Similarly, although from time to time; we do all enjoy some verbal sparring / banter on our online community here - maybe, as World events are wont to periodically rush to form their next maelstrom (a situation, or state of confused movement, or violent turmoil); we too can play our small part: by buffering (just a little) - the wholesale import of "the news" and the potential erosion of diversity, equity and inclusion that may involve.

Wellbeing is a whole-of-society consideration. 

Autistic community is richly and tolerantly diverse - long may it remain so.

How do these suggestions sound to you?

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  • I have read your post several times and have analysed it bit by bit as I didn’t understand what you meant at first.

    DormouseAtRest_25 said:
    How do these suggestions sound to you?

    I accept Rule 5. You are requesting that we all abide by that rule. I have no issue with that.

    You explain how you understand discrimination; how it may be subtle and insidious. I agree that discrimination can be like that in employment and various other contexts, e.g., promotions overlooked, lack of accommodation of disabilities.  You have presented it as a fact but I think (correct me if I am wrong) you are suggesting that some of us could start discriminating against others in a subtle and insidious manner. I can’t think why you would have said this unless that is what you mean. I don’t understand how we would discriminate in subtle and insidious ways on this website. Examples I have seen some discriminatory posts about sexuality in the past, but they disappeared so I believe the moderators were effectively removing posts that broke Rule. 5.

    DormouseAtRest_25 said:
    I view "Rule 5" as a central tenet (main principle, or belief, that forms the foundation for a system of ideas, a belief system, or a movement) in supporting and maintaining that diversity of our community here (and in the real World too).

    You are entitled to view Rule 5 in such a way. I would need to study and consider Rule 5 for more time than I can afford at the moment in order to offer my definition of Rule 5’s central tenet. I may well agree with yours, but that is of no consequence as we are all entitled to our opinions, so long as they cause no harm.

    You have suggested that some people might wish to watch less explicit news stories on children’s TV. I do not wish to watch children’s TV, but others may welcome your suggestion.

    DormouseAtRest_25 said:
    maybe, as World events are wont to periodically rush to form their next maelstrom (a situation, or state of confused movement, or violent turmoil); we too can play our small part: by buffering (just a little) - the wholesale import of "the news" and the potential erosion of diversity, equity and inclusion that may involve.

    World events and politics affect every one of us, whether or not we are actively engaged in the issues. I don’t believe we should limit the substance or amount of news that is discussed in our posts—that would be censorship and would be suppressing diversity.

    Regarding your response to  It would be a shame if you didn’t offer a detailed response. 

    I hope that my difference of opinion does not cause you offence and I would welcome your response to my interpretation of your original post.

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  • I have read your post several times and have analysed it bit by bit as I didn’t understand what you meant at first.

    DormouseAtRest_25 said:
    How do these suggestions sound to you?

    I accept Rule 5. You are requesting that we all abide by that rule. I have no issue with that.

    You explain how you understand discrimination; how it may be subtle and insidious. I agree that discrimination can be like that in employment and various other contexts, e.g., promotions overlooked, lack of accommodation of disabilities.  You have presented it as a fact but I think (correct me if I am wrong) you are suggesting that some of us could start discriminating against others in a subtle and insidious manner. I can’t think why you would have said this unless that is what you mean. I don’t understand how we would discriminate in subtle and insidious ways on this website. Examples I have seen some discriminatory posts about sexuality in the past, but they disappeared so I believe the moderators were effectively removing posts that broke Rule. 5.

    DormouseAtRest_25 said:
    I view "Rule 5" as a central tenet (main principle, or belief, that forms the foundation for a system of ideas, a belief system, or a movement) in supporting and maintaining that diversity of our community here (and in the real World too).

    You are entitled to view Rule 5 in such a way. I would need to study and consider Rule 5 for more time than I can afford at the moment in order to offer my definition of Rule 5’s central tenet. I may well agree with yours, but that is of no consequence as we are all entitled to our opinions, so long as they cause no harm.

    You have suggested that some people might wish to watch less explicit news stories on children’s TV. I do not wish to watch children’s TV, but others may welcome your suggestion.

    DormouseAtRest_25 said:
    maybe, as World events are wont to periodically rush to form their next maelstrom (a situation, or state of confused movement, or violent turmoil); we too can play our small part: by buffering (just a little) - the wholesale import of "the news" and the potential erosion of diversity, equity and inclusion that may involve.

    World events and politics affect every one of us, whether or not we are actively engaged in the issues. I don’t believe we should limit the substance or amount of news that is discussed in our posts—that would be censorship and would be suppressing diversity.

    Regarding your response to  It would be a shame if you didn’t offer a detailed response. 

    I hope that my difference of opinion does not cause you offence and I would welcome your response to my interpretation of your original post.

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