Sam,
This is where I feel I gotta say... I think there is a conflict of interest with you being a Mod. since you and MFE go toe to toe.
I believe everything you say is intelligent, I just don't think you, being a mod. now, can get into these pissing matches with members. You either need to be 100% neutral or, not mod. this particular forum due to your background. You will always be jaded no matter how 'effed up MFE is.
I have to jump in on this one because your assumption is totally wrong.
It may be that way on other sites but not on Brown Cafe, Moderators are just another member except when they are moderating.
Any member can say anything to a Mod that they can to any other member.
The only thing a member cannot do is criticize a Moderator on their moderation duties and action on the public forum. If you have a concern with moderation, contact the Mod directly via Conversation or go directly to Cheryl via Conversation.
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