right. the higher ground has become "read the faq while we flirt, share pictures, and drink beers". then, after a few weeks of modding that, trolling other forums, and shooting spitballs behind fake user names at people they don't like, they desperately need a break. phew! what a contribution.

the fun is only had by a few, while the rest desperately try to weed through the info, some of which isn't even accurate. i think some people resent 3 amateurs who abuse power and snivel at anyone who dare challenge them. yep, fidel castro got into power the same way and his inner circle had a "good time".

its hard to understand the censorship. if the subject matter and advice is good on its own merit, what does it matter if differing opinions are offered? to me, some dissension and debate (even if proven false) is far more valuable (and less distracting) than the social bantering, porn, and other usesless drivel see there.

if its truly a private forum, and lots of precursory knowledge is required, then the forum should be locked down until such time when access is granted or requested.
but u see, they don't want that becuz then their popularity and power would be castrated.