freedom of speech

Well, some people don't take kindly to a public trubbing of their business interests.

I don't know what the laws are Down Under, so I can't comment on that, but here in the U.S., "Freedom of Speech" is a right that the government cannot take away in public (there are some exceptions: "Fire!" in a crowded theater). It says nothing about under private circumstances. While much of the internet is publicly accessible, individual sites are privately owned, and the owners can apply whatever rules they see fit.

Think of it this way: anyone is certainly welcome in the church I attend (and sit on the Board), but some words and actions would get you tossed out on your ear.

Just remember, there are two sides to every story. We've heard yours, but we haven't heard the other, so I, for one, would withhold judgment.

Jason

hi jpr95,

i think that telling the truth gives one the right to simply say it.
so these people cannot charge me with lying as i am not doing that.
the fact is that most people actually value themselves a little bit too much. I work with a lot of peolpe through both my church ( you mentioned that ) and private life and it is sad that a lot of people want to say earn $1500.00 per week but then when they have to pay someone say $70.00 for a mechanic or repair man they whinge so who is worth what. We all have to really think that out for ourselves.
getting back to my best friend. well obviusely he did not want to upset anyone but sometime one has to say what they believe in otherwise we might as well be dead.
another facilitator on another site simply sent me an email saying he understands what i am talking about (read "prices" as part of a thread on this site for more info) and that he will personally actaully this is his email no addresses will be shown.

Thank you for your email. I do not think it would be constructive to publish your comments on (our) website. I have passed your concerns on to my contacts at Shimano Australia. And I accept that I don't agree 100% as what i am trying to do here is raise public awareness but it is his site. as far a public forums are concerned aren't they supposed to raise public awareness? thanks paul l

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as far a public forums are concerned aren't they supposed to raise public awareness?

This is true in some cases. More often than not, they're privately owned businesses and like your shop successful community websites always have rules.

While I'm told, your issue with your supplier is echoed around the country. I would prefer if you left the policy's of other websites out of your discussion.

thanks

Point taken

thanks Steve

paul