auntblabby wrote:
I have heard discussion elsewhere as to there being people repelled by the contention on WP.
If memory serves, L&D seems to be the section that has the most contention, and I have no reference points to discuss that.
PPR openly has different rules than the rest of the forum, and people want to debate, or read debates. Even if the Admin created new forums, people would still want a place to fulfill that function. Joining dozens of other websites in offering a place for (insert viewpoint) might not be the most effective use of WP's resources.
Admittedly, my own view is that WP would be better off if PPR was busier and attracted more active posters.
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