This entry is mirrored.

With the recent revelation of my involuntary termination from deviantART, Inc, and subsequent loss of administrative status, the site has been in turmoil. Deviants have come closer together than ever before in order to fight for what they believe in. It is almost beautiful in a poetic way, even under these harsh circumstances.

With the good, however, comes the bad. As I stated in my very first journal entry after these horrific events commenced, we must remain civil. I have witnessed far too much personal destruction over the course of the past few days.

Rioting solves nothing.

Diplomacy is necessary.

Whether you submit art or write comments, it must remain well-mannered. Trust me when I say that; the administration favors, and listens, to those who can frame their arguments in an intelligent and courteous manner. People who lash out are summarily dismissed by the staff.

Please do not go to $Mr. Sotira’s or $Mr. McCann’s user page and comment in an inflammatory manner. Regardless of their actions, it is not fair to leave derogatory, childish or irrational comments on their pages.

Please do not go to $lolly's user page and torment him; $lolly had nothing to do with this; the powers-that-be decided he was the most qualified person left on staff to run Community Development and therefore was “promoted” to that position.

Doing so will only serve to undermine this crusade.

Above all, take the moral high-ground and remain mature, civil and speak your mind intelligently.