3) Three types of talk will be moderated:
* Lies
* Bigoted attacks against any group!
* Non-constructive criticism! Not only does it serve NO purpose, but it discourages what we most want to most encourage contribution. Constructive criticism is defined as sincere counter-points (without personal attacks) intended to further debate.
If a poster is providing info which you do not value, do not attack it rather ignore it. Acceptance and appreciation on the Forums comes from thread views and replies . . . by doing neither, you are making a statement. Remember, constructive criticism is defined as sincere counter-points (without personal attacks) intended to further debate. Pregame Moderators will be especially rigorous in this area.
After-the-fact criticism of picks WILL NOT be tolerated. Good pickers often lose (and poor pickers often win). Piling on after a loss is not constructive - offenders will be banned.
Possible penalties for violating The Constitution: warning; 1 day ban; 3 day ban; 7 day ban; 30 day ban; lifetime ban. Typically the penalties will increase one step at a time, but steps may be skipped or repeated based upon the severity of the violation.