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Originally Posted by Halx
First of all, the TFP wouldn't be what it is if the MEMBERS didn't stand up for its rules. So, to JinnKai, it's absolutely imperative that people enforce the rules of an establishment even if they are not in a position of authority.
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This is a good point. On the other hand, I'm all for efficiency. If it's something that matters, take effective action. To use our very own forum as an example, I might take action against a spammer by using that handy 'report post' button in the lower left corner. This is effective action, as it solves the problem and deals with the offender. Replying with a rant against spammers, on the other hand, may make me feel better but accomplishes nothing.
In the grand scheme of things, some fool on a cell phone isn't really that big of a deal to me in most situations. It's one of those things that I'd probably just ignore on the premise that this person isn't worth taking the time and effort to deal with the problem properly. However, I can see by this thread that I am apparently in the minority with that sentiment. I can understand feeling the need to do something about it, but what does snapping at the person accomplish, other than making one feel better? How does it solve the problem? I feel confident in asserting that the girl in the OP will not change her ways based on the encounter. After all, ignorance arises from an inability to appreciate any perspective apart from one's own, and nothing relayed seems to have created an effective deterrent from her perspective.
I suppose the question, then, is what would constitute effective action in this situation. My first response would be to report the situation to the staff and allow them to exercise their authority in dealing with it (akin to the real-world 'report post' button). If the staff were already aware of it and not taking action, then I don't really know what the next step would be.