Commenting on Blogs

The Toledo Watchdog chooses not to enable comments on this weblog because comments often hijack the intent and meaning of what is written on the blog. A good example of this can be found at "thetoledoworkdog.blogspot.com". Small-minded people write in to make comments about a post by "The Workdog" and use mean-spirited and thoughtless language to ridicule and harass. If people in the community are reading both of these blogs and would like to leave comments on the other one, we endorse comments that are constructive and helpful. Comments that make a clear argument and stick with facts can be useful in formulating a response. If all that comes to mind is rude and contemptuous language, why bother? It only serves to inflame the discussion and create more discord. The Workdog likes this sort of thing. The Watchdog does not. Please engage in civil discourse or keep your thoughts to yourself. We certainly do not condone hurtful speech by anyone. There are serious issues that need to be faced in a serious manner. Keep the dialogue open and respectful. The Watchdog does not engage in personal character assasination. Criticizing personal or private family issues are off-limits around THIS doghouse. We can not vouch for the other one.