[Foundation-l] Moderate this list

[Ray Saintonge]

Pavlo Shevelo wrote:
>> Isn't temporarily blocking such a user a way to calm him/her down? I
>>     
> Yes it might be the way, but far not universal way.
> And it should be the last (ultimate) in moderator toolkit, far not the
> first to be used.
>
>   
Sure.  And in these situations a short-term block (perhaps 24 hours) can 
be more effective and constructive than a long-term banishment.  As 
necessary, repeat the short-term black, and eventually the message will 
get across.  Long-term blocks are more punitive than remedial; they only 
serve to build resentment and inspire future enemies.  Super-nanny does 
not recommend sending children to the naughty chair for extended periods 
of time, but she has no problem with sending them there as often as 
circumstances require.

Ec