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Originally Posted by zelda_pinwheel
... Whether or not copyright infringement can be considered theft is arguable (from a purely legal standpoint, I'll point out that it's not), however THAT question is open for discussion here. There is however an important difference between discussing a person's viewpoint, and attacking the person themselves, which I am sure you can appreciate. The first is absolutely fine, the second is not acceptable. Calling our members "thieves" is not acceptable, even if you disagree with their point of view.
And, since I have not had time to read this entire thread, I'll add that the above goes for EVERYONE, not only Kenny. As we say in our guidelines, please disagree with the post, not the poster, and avoid personal attacks and name-calling.
Kenny, specifically, if you feel a particular post is inappropriate or a personal attack, please report it rather than responding in kind. You have reported posts in the past, so I know you know how to do it. |
Thank you Zelda and I will report (religiously at this point) any posts I feel are personal attacks. (Please see the list above for starters
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As far at the "Thief" characterization as I've bolded above. I have never called any member individually or directly a thief but certainly have characterized the behavior of those who download books from the darknet and illegal sources thieves (a behavior which is SPECIFICALLY) prohibited by MR at all levels.
My belief as I've stated when this topic comes up, is as I've stated above and in other threads "Taking my property without my consent is theft."
Again thank you and I do hope we can discuss this and any topic civilly and without the personal attacks. I do not make personal attacks and would expect the same from others.