i'm a newbie here so my opinion does not come with much experience on this particular board, but based on other boards i'm on, i find that ANYTHING has the potential for turning into a debate. it really just depends on the members and how everyone decides to conduct themselves in what should be a civil discussion no matter the topic.
obvious topics like neuter/no neuter, breeding tinies/not breeding tinies, pet store/breeder, may be a no brainer when being relegated to the "debate" forum, but what about topics that start out seemingly innocent then get off track into a debate due to one person's choice of words?
so personally i don't see how a specific "debate" forum would really help other than give a rubber stamp to some members to be more "in your face" with one's verbage. i think everyone should just learn to be civil and conduct themselves respectfully no matter the forum. Even if it's "your habit" to be frank and truthful, it is possible be respectful and still "tell-it-like-it-is". |