F3G - Yes in part I agree. I also miss 411A.
Without going over old ground, this is a rumour/discussion and, if required, a social networking site. It us used in many ways, some trolls, some aggressors, some walter mitty characters, some real life heroes. However, as in life, people will agree to disagree, therefore, so what????
It is moderated, rightly so, however, is there an area on the forum where the rules are clearly detailed? Boundaries set in other words. Guppy on the para thread, appears to state that he was not name calling, nor was he swearing, nor was he leading the aggression. He ''appears'' to have been banned, but for what? If it is for previously bad behaviour, then ok, the mod concerned should post that. I am not sure if the mods are required, nor if fact, should post reasons for banning individuals, threads, or posts. It would be good to know though.
Anyway, the forum without these - individuals, antagonists, call them what you will, are slightly less entertaining. IMHO