Recently a thread was deleted, because of which I don't recall the offending member, but in which another popular member here contributed some lengthy well thoughtful and valueful (as usual) additions, with much time spent the doing. Some good posts are foresaken because of an ignoramus. Disclaimer: some of my friends are ignoramus' so this is not intended as any form of hate speech
A Suggestion Regarding Removal Of Posts
Three suggestions for providing greater transparency in why certain actions are taken.
When a post is removed from a thread it now reads "Post Removed" followed by the date. I suggest it should include who the poster was and the reason why the post was removed.
A thread could be terminated, but not removed. The moderates should be able to stop any new posts from being added to a thread, but the thread should be available for viewing and archived.
Lastly, give the starter of a thread and only the starter the option of removing posts from that thread because they are "Off Topic". The OP can help by stating right at the start what they consider "Off Topic". The person who posted the "Off Topic" post can be given the option of staring a new thread.
Just a few thoughts with the intent of making Audiogon More Friendly Again!