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Please read this thread. As we get closer to the elections here in the US, there tends to be more emotions at play.

Please

Keep the posts charitable
No name calling
No political cartoons or graphics
No personal attacks
No campaigning

If you feel your emotions taking hold: Move away from the screen. Take a walk or talk to a loved one about something other than politics.
 
Emotions are staring to grow in the forums. Please take a break if you feel angry at another member; don’t post.
 
Emotions are staring to grow in the forums. Please take a break if you feel angry at another member; don’t post.
 
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The forum rules on charity are still in force

No name calling

All posts are to be charitable
 
The next 48 hours may be a time of increased emotions. Please take a pause before posting anything and always check the post to make sure it complies with the forum rules before posting.
 
This will be a long day for those who follow politics in the United States. Please try to make it a charitable one.

Remember to charitably discuss the issues, not each other

No name calling

When discussing candidates, keep it charitable.
 
Remember to charitably discuss the issues, not each other

No name calling

When discussing candidates, keep it charitable.
 
No Name Calling

Linking uncritically to sites that partake in name calling will be interpreted by the moderating staff as the member partaking in name calling.
 
Thank you to those who are contributing to charitable discussions. We strive to have CAF a safe place for members to post.
 
Please refrain from making personal attacks upon political candidates or their family members.
 
In the United States, another pivotal primary is at our door step. Please remember to follow the forum rules and keep your posts charitable. If you find yourself getting emotionally caught up; step away and take a break.

Thank you and God bless,
 
Remember:

No personal attacks towards candidates or anyone else
No political cartoons
No GIFs
No large pictures
No graphic images

Keep the discussion charitable towards all parties, including politicians.
 
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