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What about the 4 paragraph rule? I didn't call you out because you didn't provide the source (though a link would be nice)
The vast majority of us don't stick to approximately 4 paragraphs because it is "DU rules". We do this because some people make a living as writers, and the vast majority of us respect that. (I don't write for income, by the way).
It is also frustrating for those of us who take the time to pick 4 paragraphs, or parts of more than 4 paragraphs, to present a good summary of the article / items to our fellow progressives. (Or stretch it a bit, as I admit to doing sometimes). Only to see egregious examples like yours -- all consisting of (a) way over 4 paragraphs and/or (b) many of the paragraphs are 3 or 4 paragraphs combined into one huge paragraph (some people do (b) to try to hide their violation).
By the way, if you have something to say to me, say it to me. Don't be such a milquetoast and reply to your own post. Most of us don't read every response to others in all threads that we post in.
[font color = blue]>>If Bernie supporters can get away with saying they won't support Hillary if she's the nominee, than why should I follow DU rules?<<[/font]
I'm sick and tired of reading those kinds of posts too. Skinner has interpreted the Terms of Service on this to not sanction those who merely express their own intention not to support a certain potential Democratic nominee. As opposed to those who advocate that others take the same action. (Or from a practicality standpoint has decided to draw the line there on enforcement during the primaries, I'd have to dig up his posting about a month ago on exactly what he said). Whatever. Anyway I hope after the primaries, things will tighten up.
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