In light of several recent exchanges with users on both sides of the debate, the moderator team has come to the conclusion that an addition to the rules is necessary for the success of the subreddit.

Given that revelation, we have implemented an additional section to the sidebar.

To quote:

While the previous rules are an essential guide to posting in this subreddit, it is ultimately up to moderator discretion whether a post or comment is to be removed or not. Violation of the spirit of a rule can often be accomplished without violating the letter of it. The moderator team will attempt to minimize official intervention in all but the most extreme cases, but must be flexible when dealing with such an environment.

In extraordinary circumstances, when multiple attempts towards reconciliation with those who violate the rules have failed, a ban may be enforced. Such a ban may be appealed via mod-mail; however, any attempt to subvert the subreddit or disrupt it following a ban will render the ban permanent and incontestable.

We seek to provide a neutral place for those seeking a forum of debate, and this is the next step in enabling us to do so successfully.

We look forward to the continued flow of discussion and rational debate that has defined this subreddit thus far.

--The Moderator Team