Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums? ( Archived) (80)

Sep 9, 2020 3:52 AM CSTShould threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
Selenite
SeleniteSeleniteMálaga, Andalusia, Spain59 Threads 1 Polls 6,299 Posts

Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?(Vote Below)

- (To Vote: select an option above, then press this button)
Yes. Please tell us why below...
38%
8 Votes
No. Please tell us why below....
24%
5 Votes
Yes but only if the subject has a global impact. Tell us more below...
38%
8 Votes
No. But I don't care and I'm going to do it anyway! Tell us more below...
0%
0 Votes
21 Total Votes
Why not post threads on the subject of USA politics on the USA forums?
And European politics in the EU forums etc...

It would seem a coherent way to go about things....

dunno
------ This thread is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 4:22 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
PeKaatje
PeKaatjePeKaatjeAnkeveen, North Holland Netherlands59 Threads 3 Polls 6,334 Posts
Yes they should be there for everyone to read.
Maybe there is someone who thinks: Hey they handled this case in that way, might be a good idea to do it like that overhere to.
And if that person tries to convince other people in her area, maybe some things will change for the better.
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 4:30 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
serene56
serene56serene56Myplace, New South Wales Australia543 Threads 10 Polls 27,957 Posts
This has been tried before but howled down ..

Apparently we all need to be educated about Merkan politics yawn laugh
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 4:43 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
tomcatty
tomcattytomcattyCoral Bay, Paphos, Paphos Cyprus368 Threads 6 Polls 6,885 Posts
serene56: This has been tried before but howled down ..

Apparently we all need to be educated about Merkan politics
serene56: This has been tried before but howled down ..

Apparently we all need to be educated about Merkan politics
The International forums, seems to cover everything.
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 4:48 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
Happygolucky4uonline today!
Happygolucky4uonline today!Happygolucky4uTreasure Coast, Florida USA25 Threads 4 Polls 6,241 Posts
Selenite it is this way every election time. It actually use to be a lot worse. uh oh I have learned to read and if not interested head to different thread. I use to go by headlines, learned quickly they could be deceiving. It will calm down eventually somewhat. To be honest I am interested in world news I just don't get it from Connecting Singleslaugh
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 5:42 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
Selenite
SeleniteSeleniteMálaga, Andalusia Spain59 Threads 1 Polls 6,299 Posts
PeKaatje: Yes they should be there for everyone to read.
Maybe there is someone who thinks: Hey they handled this case in that way, might be a good idea to do it like that overhere to.
And if that person tries to convince other people in her area, maybe some things will change for the better.
I hear you but ....

Surely people who are interesting in finding out how other countries/states manage their internal politics can choose to go to their forums to read about it?

dunno
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 5:43 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
Selenite
SeleniteSeleniteMálaga, Andalusia Spain59 Threads 1 Polls 6,299 Posts
serene56: This has been tried before but howled down ..

Apparently we all need to be educated about Merkan politics
laugh laugh
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 5:50 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
Selenite
SeleniteSeleniteMálaga, Andalusia Spain59 Threads 1 Polls 6,299 Posts
tomcatty: The International forums, seems to cover everything.
If the internal politics of a place have no global impact I'm not understanding how it fits into 'covering everthing' ...
It's of interest sure ... but it would be like having all the political debates of Andorra taking a prominent place in the international forums when it has nothing to do with anyone and won't impact anyonr apart the citizens of Andorra. Just 1 news flash to announce the outcome would be enough for the international communities to find out what's going on ...

dunno
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 5:50 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
ChesneyChrist
ChesneyChristChesneyChristManchester, Greater Manchester, England UK7,144 Posts
Yes, it broadens the mind.. sort of. For me tight borders does not necessitate the anti-intellectualism of "you're not from around these parts, why don't you mind your own business"
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 5:51 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
Selenite
SeleniteSeleniteMálaga, Andalusia Spain59 Threads 1 Polls 6,299 Posts
Happygolucky4u: Selenite it is this way every election time. It actually use to be a lot worse. I have learned to read and if not interested head to different thread. I use to go by headlines, learned quickly they could be deceiving. It will calm down eventually somewhat. To be honest I am interested in world news I just don't get it from Connecting Singles
I hear you Happy hug
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 5:55 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
Selenite
SeleniteSeleniteMálaga, Andalusia Spain59 Threads 1 Polls 6,299 Posts
ChesneyChrist: Yes, it broadens the mind.. sort of. For me tight borders does not necessitate the anti-intellectualism of "you're not from around these parts, why don't you mind your own business"
I hear you sort of ...
People who want their mind broadened do have the easy choice to go read the info in the forums of the countries they're interested in ...

I hear what you're saying though about the 'why don't you mind your own business' slant ... but doesn't that apply whichever forums you're on?
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 5:56 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
Butin
ButinButinIngatestone, Essex, England UK17 Threads 1,900 Posts
Oh yes...it's. Sooooooo interesting...,...,.....and can we. Find out. What the caveman thought about it. That would be very interesting.....,professor rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 5:57 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
Selenite
SeleniteSeleniteMálaga, Andalusia Spain59 Threads 1 Polls 6,299 Posts
Butin: Oh yes...it's. Sooooooo interesting...,...,.....and can we. Find out. What the caveman thought about it. That would be very interesting.....,
You tell us! laugh
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 6:05 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
tomcatty
tomcattytomcattyCoral Bay, Paphos, Paphos Cyprus368 Threads 6 Polls 6,885 Posts
Selenite: If the internal politics of a place have no global impact I'm not understanding how it fits into 'covering everthing' ...
It's of interest sure ... but it would be like having all the political debates of Andorra taking a prominent place in the international forums when it has nothing to do with anyone and won't impact anyonr apart the citizens of Andorra. Just 1 news flash to announce the outcome would be enough for the international communities to find out what's going on ...
events in any country come under the umbrella of international affairs, that is the way most people read it.
So it is a legitimate area for events in any country and that is indeed how its used.
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 6:13 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
Butin
ButinButinIngatestone, Essex, England UK17 Threads 1,900 Posts
Selenite: You tell us!
...ok........in cavemen times. My uncle...of the small. Willy tribe..........had strong views. On how people behaved........grin
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 6:52 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
Selenite
SeleniteSeleniteMálaga, Andalusia Spain59 Threads 1 Polls 6,299 Posts
tomcatty: events in any country come under the umbrella of international affairs, that is the way most people read it.
So it is a legitimate area for events in any country and that is indeed how its used.
Thanks for sharing your views and perception Tom! wine
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 7:59 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
Selenite
SeleniteSeleniteMálaga, Andalusia Spain59 Threads 1 Polls 6,299 Posts
Selenite: Pot calling kettle black springs to mind! Since you are whinning, in a rather unpleasant manner I should, about a thread being created to discuss a topic that does appear to be of interest to various peoole.

Up until your post though, everyone had shared their views without insulting anyone. So far you appear to be the only one dishing out 'ire'. The question asks itself in your own words. Is dishing out ire really productive?

The irony of calling this thread 'creating waves' as opposed to threads with political contents is not lost on me
Sorry.... corrected typos ...
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 8:02 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
MustangWriter
MustangWriterMustangWriterBoerne, Texas USA242 Threads 3 Polls 1,762 Posts
Because there is a Current Events and Political sub category.

I don't post politics in 'poetry' or 'cooking' sub categories
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 8:06 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
Selenite
SeleniteSeleniteMálaga, Andalusia Spain59 Threads 1 Polls 6,299 Posts
MustangWriter: Because there is a Current Events and Political sub category.

I don't post politics in 'poetry' or 'cooking' sub categories
Thanks for your participation and view Mustang
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 8:16 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
Blue_Nile00
Blue_Nile00Blue_Nile00New Town, Wiltshire, England UK5 Threads 123 Posts
MustangWriter: Because there is a Current Events and Political sub category.

I don't post politics in 'poetry' or 'cooking' sub categories
This has to be the problem. People select the appropriate category for their subject but ultimately everything seems to end up in the International Forum.

It's down to CS to segregate the different topics to avoid all the conflicts.
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 8:21 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
Selenite
SeleniteSeleniteMálaga, Andalusia Spain59 Threads 1 Polls 6,299 Posts
Blue_Nile00: This has to be the problem. People select the appropriate category for their subject but ultimately everything seems to end up in the International Forum.

It's down to CS to segregate the different topics to avoid all the conflicts.
That's how it used to be in the past ... may be abiut 10 years ago ... there was a political section, poetry section, healthy living section etc... for each country or block of countries ...
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 8:21 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
PeKaatje
PeKaatjePeKaatjeAnkeveen, North Holland Netherlands59 Threads 3 Polls 6,334 Posts
Selenite: I hear you but ....

Surely people who are interesting in finding out how other countries/states manage their internal politics can choose to go to their forums to read about it?
Yes they can, but also if you read something interesting that can be used in your city, state or country, you can share the thought with others and discuss about it. Maybe it comes in the right place in the right time.
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 8:22 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
Selenite
SeleniteSeleniteMálaga, Andalusia Spain59 Threads 1 Polls 6,299 Posts
PeKaatje: Yes they can, but also if you read something interesting that can be used in your city, state or country, you can share the thought with others and discuss about it. Maybe it comes in the right place in the right time.
Good valid point PeK!
Thanks for sharing your point of view
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 8:24 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
jac_the_gripper
jac_the_gripperjac_the_gripperTonyrefail, South Glamorgan, Wales UK24 Threads 5,363 Posts
I don't think the problem is internal politics being posted on a global forum.

I don't even think disagreement, or obnoxious opinions are a problem.

It's challenging, but that's how we learn.

Rather than divide according to country, or topic, perhaps it would be better to divide them by tone.

I think there should be a category for those who wish to deliberately inflame, rather than discuss, or debate. It would save no end of wear and tear on our scrolling down finger.
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 8:24 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
in debates we can find a type of attraction might be leading to date and who knows after that, it all matters, my next girlfriend is out there some where i need 2 clean my act first doe
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 8:41 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
Selenite
SeleniteSeleniteMálaga, Andalusia Spain59 Threads 1 Polls 6,299 Posts
jac_the_gripper: I don't think the problem is internal politics being posted on a global forum.

I don't even think disagreement, or obnoxious opinions are a problem.

It's challenging, but that's how we learn.

Rather than divide according to country, or topic, perhaps it would be better to divide them by tone.

I think there should be a category for those who wish to deliberately inflame, rather than discuss, or debate. It would save no end of wear and tear on our scrolling down finger.
thumbs up thanks for your contribution Jac!

@ your last paragraph... I think that used to apply to most of the threads in the 'political and world affairs' section in the 'olden days of CS' laugh
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 9:00 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
bodleing2
bodleing2bodleing2Manchester, Greater Manchester, England UK84 Threads 6,132 Posts
Maybe it's a bit like what they say about in the pub.....never talk about religion and politics. conversing


laugh
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 9:02 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
bodleing2: Maybe it's a bit like what they say about in the pub.....never talk about religion and politics.
i heard that before here in ireland, fights might happen over different opinions..........but here i find it quite refreshing actually thumbs up
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 9:49 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
tomcatty
tomcattytomcattyCoral Bay, Paphos, Paphos Cyprus368 Threads 6 Polls 6,885 Posts
Selenite: If the internal politics of a place have no global impact I'm not understanding how it fits into 'covering everthing' ...
It's of interest sure ... but it would be like having all the political debates of Andorra taking a prominent place in the international forums when it has nothing to do with anyone and won't impact anyonr apart the citizens of Andorra. Just 1 news flash to announce the outcome would be enough for the international communities to find out what's going on ...
international politics have no global impact?????? have you lost your pretty little brainbx???
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 9:56 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
Myrtaonline today!
Myrtaonline today!MyrtaLacey, Grayland and Lynden, Washington USA5 Threads 171 Posts
serene56: This has been tried before but howled down ..

Apparently we all need to be educated about Merkan politics
I don't know about that, but the Trumpists who spam here are not interested in educating anyone, but in spreading baseless propaganda and nutty conspiracy theories.
------ This poll is Archived ------
Sep 9, 2020 10:03 AM CST Should threads about individual countries internal politics be in the International forums?
PeKaatje
PeKaatjePeKaatjeAnkeveen, North Holland Netherlands59 Threads 3 Polls 6,334 Posts
Selenite: Good valid point PeK!
Thanks for sharing your point of view
You're welcome Puigdemont. rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing rolling on the floor laughing
------ This poll is Archived ------

This Poll is Archived

This Poll is archived, so you will no longer be able to post to it. Poll get archived automatically when they are older than 3 months.
Message #318

Stats for this Poll

21 Votes
2,234 Views
80 Comments
by Selenite
Created: Sep 2020
Last Viewed: Apr 25
Last Commented: Sep 2020
Last Voted: Jul 2022

Share this Poll

We use cookies to ensure that you have the best experience possible on our website. Read Our Privacy Policy Here