censorship v.s. personal liberty at the observer

the point to made here is a simple one. the comments should remain dispassionate and rational. often times when discussing religion and politics it can be difficult.the freedom to think and speak is endowed by the law of the land and just like you can't yell fire in a crowded theatre there can be guidelines for self expression like in a classroom. my real concern and objection to censuring commentary and banning participants is that it undermines what i would assume is the goal of this forum. it is perceived on the surface as being a place for the exchange of thoughts and expression of concern and encouragement. if however it becomes a cheer leading squad then it is like a group of adolescents all with high self esteem and opinions of themselves while not having accomplished anything. it is morally reprehensible to ban membership but allow the persistent slander of church leaders like Archbishop Demetrios who was ordained as a bishop over 40 years ago. he has been a bishop as long as i have been alive give or take a few months. if this is a forum for dissension then it should be flexible enough for traditionalist like me. we are all free in the end to pick up our toys and leave the sandbox.