MomDot has always been a blog that helps bloggers, companies, and each other. We are also known for controversial subjects. Up until recently, the community has been able to withstand critics. All things considered, the majority of our visitors are quite mature, whether they agree or not.
But this week I have personally received death threats and some of the forum members are receiving threats of assault and more for just belonging to this group.
Its a big world.
We are not out there forcing our opinions on anyone. You have to either show up or subscribe to read, which of course is an optional decision. This is one blog in a sea of millions that create content that others don’t agree with and also one of the smaller blogs on the net regarding controversy. Let me remind you that the opinion that we are “mean” over “controversial” depends on which side you are on. If you are on the side that agrees with the material, its controversial. If you play defense, its “mean”. Either way its our right to run this blog how we see fit and produce “mean” content.
For now, in an effort to protect my family from being killed, or threatened to be killed, over freedom of speech, my family posts and videos will be private from this point on. Which is actually kinda awesome because there have been many subjects I haven’t touched before and now I will feel more comfortable branching out.
General readers will still have access to a good majority of free content, but if you are an avid reader/commenter and would like a FREE upgrade to Member Status or you advertise momdot on your blog (like in a banner), please check this page to find out if you qualify to view our private posts. We want you to continue reading and will work with you if you have been a part of us.
Make sure you register for a FREE membership before filling out the upgrade info.
All other visitors will need to upgrade by a paid subscription. If you are going to harass us, you can now pay for my house security system.
~Trisha
P.S. Suck it.
Oh dear God! You are doing the right thing to protect yourself and your family. It is horrible that this is happening to you and the other forum members. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
I can’t believe someone would stoop to that level. I mean death threats? over a blog? Seems to me like some one has a little too much time on their hands. What an arse.
I need a password for the protected posts. I know tons of people are mad about the post from last week at the airport, but seriously – as your post says – they have to show up here or subscribe to read these posts. If they find them inappropriate they should simply unsubscribe or not come back to keep reading. I can’t believe that anyone would take that post or others like it and be invested enough to send you a death threat.