Dear Spenserians,
It has been very exciting to see and hear so many new voices on the list
lately, to learn about their interests, and to partake of their energy.
However, some of the posts in recent days have started to cross the
(admittedly fine) line between 'challenging' and 'abusive'. I remind list
members of their responsibility to treat others on the list--colleagues,
students, adversaries, and the rest--with respect. Mutual respect and
courtesy have distinguished exchanges on this list for some time, and have
in the past allowed a fruitful and free exchange of ideas, be they never so
unpalatable. It is one of the management policies of this list to cultivate
and maintain that respect, if necessary by asking particular contributors
to reflect or, in extreme cases, to leave the list. I obviously wish to
avoid this kind of intervention.
Thanks,
Andrew Zurcher
List Manager
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