On 10/2/07, Thomas Dalton
<thomas.dalton(a)gmail.com> wrote:
On 03/10/2007, Steven Walling
<steven.walling(a)gmail.com> wrote:
> Okay, maybe I just need more coffee, but can someone explain to me why in
> god's name an indef block is the desired response to a suicide note on-wiki?
>
Well, once it's been confirmed as a hoax, an indef block is obviously
appropriate. Before that, I'm not so sure. I guess it helps keep
things under control by keeping everything they do on their talk page.
I think it is also our standard response when someone dies - we block
their account, since no-one should be using it any more, so anyone
using it must be up to something.
I think the logic is that it's disruptive and indicates someone we
probably don't want to continue to have associated with the project,
for both their and our good.
There may be exceptions and times when allowing them back makes sense
eventually, but I can agree that block and freeze or delete pages is
appropriate for first responders.
I would avoid being too hasty. If there is a
strong suggestion that
there is a crisis an immediate block could be a mistake, and could push
a person over the edge. Keeping them busy may be a better option while
exploring the situation to find out what is really going on. Punitive
measures should only be considered after that has happened.
Ec
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