My post got 12 downvotes for a mere observation.
HFCAMPO's got 11...
I can't see how this is not a vindictive choice. My post has not been offensive, against any forum rules.
I have read absolutely reasonable posts, which got downvoted and other ridiculous posts who get thumbs up, on both ,..or more,...sides.
I can't see how this is a good thing.
Now gokunming, gave a tool for the loudest to shout.
My recommendation is, show the votes and voters, only this way you can make sure that people are not just being judged by an old vendetta or other issues.
In my opinion it failed.
I personally will reject any vote, to make sure the net will stay open an opinions can be seen, for as long as possible.
I didn't like the ferocity of the old forum but at least it was, with the help of the admin, free and fair. Not beautiful but fair.
The only thing the current voting system enhances is one dominant train of thought of the first few voters, and since you only need 3-4 votes to hide a post, you will have in the end the dominance of one group and since they are the strongest one an often the first to vote, it doesn't prove anything about the argument or thought or even the accuracy of the statement.
So in the end we will have a certain amount of populism. And the hissy fits, whom we all have been guilty of are just turned passive now. But they are still there.
I hope that the gokunming staff can find a better solution, than the current one.
I am not even defending my opinion, just skim through the post an votes, most of the hidden posts are not even close to be mean or offensive, they are just not reflecting the votes of a few of the most frequent and not most liberal posters, and gokunming made them judges now.
Maybe the whole thing is a good idea but it needs a lot of adjustments.
Oh and I know this post will be killed instantly.
So I hope that even the posters that hate me, can just for once not judge me, down or up.
I don't need your vote, but maybe you can let others live by not judging....
just a thought, nothing o hate me for. But my apologies if I offended you. LOVE!
Wrongful murder conviction spawns US$1.45 million lawsuit
Posted byDoes anyone know who poisened the baby?
As much as the article said, it still isn't clear who is the murderer.
Why exactly was she pardoned? Any new suspects or evidence?
Chinese village turns to mass divorce in face of impending demolition
Posted byAlso away from the ethic issue (if you think, that there is an issue). It has serious implications, if they get just one flat, ownership, inheritance, banking, general ownership of land, ....there is plenty of stuff, that needs to be thought and taken care off.
If they get lucky and get 2 flats, lucky them. But if not, well... I guess they could just marry again. Still not bad, throwing a big wedding party at an old timers age. lol
Chinese village turns to mass divorce in face of impending demolition
Posted by@king
Oh and yeah my grandparents were never faced with that life shattering dilemma, they were just busy with surviving. So, they were luckier than those old folks in the article. Some people are lucky that they can trade a marriage....lol
Chinese village turns to mass divorce in face of impending demolition
Posted by@king
You are totally right. 45 years, some of them went. They have seen the darkest parts of Chinese history and survived famines and cultural revolution, without a problem. But the moment they can cash in, there marriage their certificates......- boooooom !!!! They are running to the divorce lawyer.
As I said, as divorced seniors, my parents could make some extra bucks. But they are probably stupid and not loving each other enough, to file for divorce.
I know I am questioning something Chinese, so I understand your frustration and potential hatred. ;)
Chinese village turns to mass divorce in face of impending demolition
Posted by@king
It's greed, you can turn it as much as you want. It's still greed.
So, how are they committed to each other? Their vows? Love? Commitment?
Would you mind to elaborate?
But you know what? I don't even disagree but would you just cancel your marriage for the slim CHANCE of getting a free flat?
What message does it send? How does it feel?
But for me my marriage (and the red book as proof) certificate that comes with it. Means more than a joker card.
But again I am questioning something Chinese so I understand the hatred.
Do you know a lot about traditional Chinese marriage? What it is built on, the cornerstones of a Chinese marriage?
If they wanted to go after more money or better flats, they could go for it as a couple. Better deals have been negotiated plenty of times, without throwing away your marriage.
But greed is greed, so why take the hard road.