How Does An "Esteemed Member" Get Banned?

[Lucky]

The rules provided for banning a member were pretty restrictive. It didn't seem like anyone could be banned under them. But, I see that overnight Steven Draker has been banned. I haven't seen any reason for that. His intentions seemed to be good, and he has a history of posting interesting topics here. Whats more, he is/was the only escort actively posting here.

Granted, he said some provocative things, and I did not always agree with him. But the only escort posting here gets banned. Does that send any signal to other escorts who might have hoped to post? Was there no other recourse? This site claims to have a tolerance for posters, and an esteemed poster who also escorts, who also posts frequently, would seem to be someone worth saving.

Not many people get attacked as Steven did. That he might say something wrong in those circumstances seems to be expected. Banning seems extreme.

[citylaw1]

I too was surprised.

[TotallyOz]

It was made pretty clear in this thread: http://www.boytoy.com/forums/index.php?/topic/17397-community-comity-commission-ccc-important-please-read/

The ban was set for 2 weeks to provide a cool down period. However, I do now feel that he does not wish to participate after than ban was to be lifted and that is OK with me too.

Members may use the above link to ban those that the admin do not feel rise to the level of them taking action on their own. It was also made clear that when an Admin feels someone rises to that level they will go without discussion. Agree or disagree. That is life. And, life goes on. This will be my first and last post on the subject.

[Lucky]

Oh. As long as the law is being equally enforced!

[Suckrates]

The rules provided for banning a member were pretty restrictive. It didn't seem like anyone could be banned under them. But, I see that overnight Steven Draker has been banned. I haven't seen any reason for that. His intentions seemed to be good, and he has a history of posting interesting topics here. Whats more, he is/was the only escort actively posting here.

Granted, he said some provocative things, and I did not always agree with him. But the only escort posting here gets banned. Does that send any signal to other escorts who might have hoped to post? Was there no other recourse? This site claims to have a tolerance for posters, and an esteemed poster who also escorts, who also posts frequently, would seem to be someone worth saving.

Not many people get attacked as Steven did. That he might say something wrong in those circumstances seems to be expected. Banning seems extreme.

Draker got banned cause he stirred up alot of shit. Makes no difference if he was the only escort in the fucking World. You cause trouble and bad mouth the site, you GO.... Lucky, even YOU know Draker came here a week ago because he had nowhere else to Play, and he came with an agenda, which he quickly put into motion.

And if you are wise Lucky, you will let this issue lie......

Your contribution of the Asian law enforcement is HOT though.

[JKane]

Personally I'm sorry to see the only known escort to be participating in the forums given a time out, but on the other hand it's hard to argue that most of his posts in the last week have contributed anything positive to the forums... though it did make me check in more often.

But people go in cycles and a time out is probably the best way to deal with the low points we all have. I hope he does eventually come back and provides some enlightening and entertaining content in the future.

Part of me would really like to see more escort participation, but I'm not sure there's much good in it for them. We can be a cunty bunch and if they're cunty back it can impact a great many lurkers' impressions.

This last week or so has made it clear to me that I no longer have any interest in the drama surrounding the other board though.

[RA1]

Escorts are "on parade" here or any other board. They have little to gain and much to lose. If they upset a client, they can either kiss and make up or take their money and run. Here they can upset a whole board with a few printed words and do not get paid regardless.

What is their upside?

Best regards,

RA1

[Guest hitoallusa]

I think it's in there self interest not to be too conspicuous here.

[Suckrates]

Some escorts that play their cards right can certainly enhance their "Lust" factor and desirability on these sites, but it takes the right mix of charm, visibility and "neutrality". That ain't Draker by a long shot!

[JKane]

Some escorts that play their cards right can certainly enhance their "Lust" factor and desirability on these sites, but it takes the right mix of charm, visibility and "neutrality". That ain't Draker by a long shot!

I don't like to see somebody kicked while they can't respond, myself... (regrets if my original reply might be taken as same).

But even those escorts that were masters of charm and wit seemed to find themselves stalked by people who seemed to loathe them with every fiber of their being, remembered their every word and made sure nobody forgot if there was ever any contradiction. And then the escort(s) I'm thinking of had very public crash and burns (which of course the stalkers reveled in).

Lose/lose, I agree.

[lookin]

Escorts are "on parade" here or any other board. They have little to gain and much to lose. . . . Here they can upset a whole board with a few printed words and do not get paid regardless.

What is their upside?

Even though my hiring is usually for an hour or two, and usually based on physical attributes, there have been a few escorts I've hired based in part on their comments on the Board.

I'm not looking for a 'boyfriend experience', but someone who seems like a really nice person can definitely move me to pick up the phone and make a call.

Conversely, there have been a couple of times when I've thought about hiring someone and was turned off by unpleasant posts.

So, from a purely business standpoint, I think it can go either way. If I were a moody escort, I'd make a note not to post when I was in a bad mood. If I were a personable escort, I'd be more inclined to post but, even then, things can take an unexpected turn.

But I also think there are other than business reasons for an escort to post here. Venting, getting info, offering tips, having fun, sharing experiences, all the things that all other posters enjoy, escorts may also enjoy. Why shouldn't escorts be made to feel welcome on the Board, as long as they are also welcoming?

Of course, whether or not they choose to post under their escort name is another kettle of fish entirely.

[MsGuy]

And if you are wise Lucky, you will let this issue lie......

Or you will feel the wrath of SUCKYMAN and his terrible Blue Balls!

Your contribution of the Asian law enforcement is HOT though.

Can't help but agree and this point.

[Suckrates]

Or you will feel the wrath of SUCKYMAN and his terrible Blue Balls!

Can't help but agree and this point.

Great Moderation technique Missy. no doubt, you are a Shoe-in for the mod position..... NOT !

[axiom2001]

Oh. As long as the law is being equally enforced!

" I'd like to spank your tight ass very hard with the palm of my hand!"

[axiom2001]

...was NOT aware that Steven had been banned, but I did miss his postings and thought he'd gone back to "daddys" since the Forums are open! Damn, shit happens here of which I'm totally oblivious! Perhaps that's good for me!!!