For clarification, they are:
Rule 1: No Spam or Memes
Rule 2: No overt attacks on people's race, religion, ethnicity, nationality, or creed
/v/conspiracy moderators have an extremely hands off approach to moderation here. Occasionally, some comments get lots of reports, but we almost always ignore them.
About a month ago, I deleted a comment that had been reported multiple times that was in violation of rule 2.
Granted, I recognize that Voat's entire raison d'etre is for free speech, but it's becoming increasingly clear that TPTB are trying to equate conspiracy theorists with unapologetic racism, and that's completely unacceptable.
However, this brings us into the dangerous realm of subjectivity, and could potentially conflict with Voat's commitment to freedom of expression.
What do the actual users of /v/conspiracy think? The Voat concern trolls have made their position abundantly clear, but ultimately this decision should be made by the legitimate users here.
If the community wants to remove (or keep) either (or both) rules, please make your voice heard now.
Much love.
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middle_path ago
Rule #2 could very easily be abused. I would recommend not deleting comments and posts that you disagree with. Voat is an extremely small community and you are bound to get racists here. They appear on my subs as well, it's part and parcel with the voat thing.
The best way to fight speech you disagree with is to provide a decent counter argument if not for the poster, for the lurkers.
Most conspiracies revolve around elites trying to take away rights of the common man, don't become the monster you're supposedly trying to fight.
Also, you should really step down as mod here. Reddit can be your safe space, not here.