Reply #27: The issue is...

[Javaman]

the unrec function is just a function. But there were some on DU that saw it as the one all be all. Some went so far as calling it a way to silence people. I know, way over the top.

There were furious emails exchanged back and forth over the issue which amounted to nothing more than people whining about something that really didn't matter a whit.

And because it was such a gigantic none issue, anytime anyone now posts anything regarding the unrec/rec function, you better be prepared to meet the full force of the DU death star in regards to it. It may have finally cooled down a bit. not sure.

A few crazies destroyed any opportunity for a ration discussion with their nutty proclamations. And as such, the unrec/rec topic became radioactive for a long time. It doesn't have a short half life.

Since you are relatively new, you didn't know what went down last year and should be cut a little slack, but as friendly advice, if you choose to bring it up again, more than likely, people on here will tell you to give it a rest. LOL

Cheers.

PS (on edit): regarding the logic of your post, yes, it makes complete sense, but don't ever confuse real world logic with the logic sometimes displayed here on DU. LOL