Just to clarify, I don't see any problem with the OP (and only the OP) laying out the expectations of a thread. The lazy mod in me sees it as a great way to keep discussions on track without having to actually do anything. Besides, the OP is setting the tone and tenor of the discussion anyway with the phrasing of that first post.
What I don't want, however, is a boardwide list of rules of engagement. Like I said, Politics has too many rules as it is.
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