sorting_elite is the public face of our community. The rest of the world, or at least those who come by this corner of Livejournal, cannot see what goes on behind the scenes. The purpose of the sorting minions (much_reality, mims725, woodeneternity) is to determine and enforce the standards of behavior we expect from our members. We didn't always have them, but events of fighting between members caused the creation of this job.
I can see why there was a problem with your sorting tag. We make it point not to tell other people how to cast their vote. All we want is that you cast a vote in a manner that is respectful and reflects well on the community. The sorting minions' purpose is to enforce that.
One word votes are completely acceptable, because it is a vote. It may not be as explanatory as everyone may want, but ultimately it is up to the sorter to decide how they want to cast their votes. As for treatment as to how you would want to be treated? That is subjective. The person who casts a one word vote may not expect to be treated to anything other than the same,
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My guess is that it's an honest mistake. Request to join again, then leave a comment for your head girl to let her know that you've requested previously but haven't been able to get in properly.
Name: Presh House: Hufflepuff Community that this comment/concern relates to: sorting_elite Description of the problem: This is just a minor concern. Since sorting_elite is going through spring cleaning, am I allowed to advertise the community in various places that allow it? I'm just concerned we won't get as many applicants.
At this time, I would advise against it--not because it's against any rule to advertise (it isn't) but because we usually have a "Pimp My Community" contest before each term, and if you wait until that time you can earn some points for your house.
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I can see why there was a problem with your sorting tag. We make it point not to tell other people how to cast their vote. All we want is that you cast a vote in a manner that is respectful and reflects well on the community. The sorting minions' purpose is to enforce that.
One word votes are completely acceptable, because it is a vote. It may not be as explanatory as everyone may want, but ultimately it is up to the sorter to decide how they want to cast their votes. As for treatment as to how you would want to be treated? That is subjective. The person who casts a one word vote may not expect to be treated to anything other than the same, ( ... )
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House: Hufflepuff
Community that this comment/concern relates to: sorting_elite
Description of the problem: This is just a minor concern. Since sorting_elite is going through spring cleaning, am I allowed to advertise the community in various places that allow it? I'm just concerned we won't get as many applicants.
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