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+1 @12many

I prefer posts not be deleted with few exceptions, like rude behavior towards others. 

I don’t mind discussion of politics on this site at all, in fact, I am fine with discussion of politics, psychology, sociology, etc. I feel that we are a community and it’s healthy to include other topics that are important. I have a problem with Lack of civility, and such posts should be deleted. I wouldn’t mind Threads that are purely about other topics, rather than mixing them in. But in any case, if you are not interested in somebody’s post, just skip over it. It’s the lack of civility that is annoying and frankly disgusting. we should be able to do better than that

Maybe one day we can lock forum threads instead of complete removal?

The past two years I’ve begun to take screenshots of posts that provided excellent information, but you can tell the thread is beginning to go sideways and potentially head towards removal. It’s a shame because exceptional posts from members that have provided their time, effort, and insight are forever lost and become a victim of collateral impact. 

When posting on audiogon forums I find bad behavior and disrespect have little to do with politics. It’s about the individuals who post. Of course this is strictly an audio forum but I have seen a fair amount of people post displeasure when the amp they bought for $14k suddenly became $16.5k because of tariffs and associated costs (warranted or not). That’s the economic side of this hobby and I find most people get fired up about their wallet and perceived theft. How much political policy is affected pricing is a concern for most audiophiles and I suspect it will come out. Nevertheless it can be responsible and reasonable and respectful. It’s a problem with individuals who are not.