Comment Policy
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User comments on an Article are open for 30 days after initial publication.
User comments do not reflect the opinions or beliefs of Chattarati, its editors or contributors.
Chattarati reserves the right to use, display and/or remove comments at its discretion.
A comment may be removed if it consists of, or contains, any of the following:
- Personal threats, attacks or abusive language.
- Vulgar, profane or obscene language.
- Racist, sexist or homophobic epithets.
- Off-topic content not related to the post it was submitted under.
- Thread spam.
- Advertisements, excessive hyperlinks or press releases.
- Shouting, or typing in all caps.
Chattarati reserves the right to ban users from its comment forums.
This policy is subject to change. Any change in the comment policy or comment system will be preceded by one week's notice on the Editors blog.
FAQ
- Why does Chattarati have a comment policy?
- Our goal is to promote good, robust conversation around published stories and the issues raised therein. The comment policy is a framework to ensure that end.
- Who moderates Chattarati's comment forums?
- Chattarati Editors John Hawbaker and David Morton.
- Why was my comment removed?
- It violates our comment policy. Vulgar language, personal attacks and spam are the most frequent offenses.
- Does Chattarati censor opinions it doesn't agree with?
- No. Comments are moderated based solely on their adherence to the comment policy. We welcome and encourage differing opinions, voices and ideas.
- How do I keep my comments from being moderated?
- Stay on topic. Avoid vulgar language. Be respectful of other individuals.
- What if I don't agree with the comment policy?
- Sorry, the comment policy is non-negotiable.
- How do I ask a question about the comment policy that wasn't answered here?
- Email your question to comments@chattarati.com. An editor will respond within a couple of days.