*I* believe that any "code of conduct" is by definition a nanny-state device for streamlining alignment with the political orthodoxy (of the day, shall we not wait until the new planet-owner settles down in his throne?). And further, its mention in "adult" forums demotes these to the nursery school level. I also understand that some people feel more comfortable with guidelines, giving them or obeying them. As a middle-of-way suggestion: please if you must have a "code of conduct", fill it in with lots and lots of expletives. Expletives, and more expletives. You can't have enough expletives in a "code of conduct".

bw, bliako

p.s. my intention here is not to shoot the messenger and I am not