I get red rep quite a lot on the forums. But often times it is not inline with the purpose of red rep. Red rep or negative rep was put on the forums as a way to show disapproval for something offensive or hurtful or rude. Red rep was not put on the forums so that posters could red rep someone if they did not agree with the post.
In forum is a place for open discussion and debate. In such environment it is normal to have different opinions and to strongly disagree with others. But if you do not agree with someone you do not call them a moron, idiot or loser and throw some little kid temper tantrum and red rep them and leave some hateful comment then tell your friends to do the same. Open forum discussions and debates are for all to join and participate. Posters should show good manners, restraint and respect towards others. Red rep should only be given to those who have done something bad that has offended or hurt the open forum members.
For example, Bobby thinks Jane is stupid. So Bobby tells Jane to shut up and leave the open forum. Bobby should get the red rep, not Jane.
For example, Jane asks Bobby to help with a math problem. Bobby gives the wrong answer. Jane should not red rep Bobby for giving the wrong answer. Another open forum member can simply correct the mistake.
Foe example, Bobby likes Nike Shoes and RedHat inux. Some other posters do not like Nike Shoes and RedHat Linux. Other open forum members should not red rep Bobby because he likes something they don't.
For example, Jane posts pictures of another members private information or extremely offensive pictures to the community. Jane should get red rep.



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