FMs have already been advised that some human judgement needs to be exercised here. For example, when members occasionally express genuine appreciation by posting "nice pic", "great capture", etc. then it IS VALID. Our RailFans do like to receive appreciation in replies - not just in Ratings.
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However, if the SAME member copy/pastes the same replies or posts "nice", "great", etc. in DOZENS of posts, then it is SPAM.
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So, it is not black-and-white. Some human judgement is involved. The intent and motivation of the member is an important factor. Anyhow, FMs have been advised that these are harmless posts - and we do not wish to be aggressive here. This site is for RailFans and we do not want to kill their enthusiasm by strictly policing minor issues.
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The MOST IMPORTANT issues are those wherein new people sign up to the site and start posting spam links to unrelated external sites or start abusing others. These are the one that need to given top priority and quick, aggressive action taken by FMs. All members are requested to be vigilant and promptly use the Report button for such incidents.
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If you have any other suggestion, you may post the same as well.
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Thanks.