To Karl and Carlos,
I don't believe that there is anything strange or naïve in the expectation that participants in an organization which represents a global community would conduct themselves at a level of discourse and behaviour that includes respectful communication. This is an international forum for debate and discussion, and while no one has the reasonable expectation of Platonic debate, neither do participants want to be involved in name calling and behaviours which more closely resemble a school yard at recess than an international cooperative effort.
There is no proposal that any party not vigorously pursue the advocacy of their own position, only that they do so in a manner that is respectful of others.
Dr. Frank Fowlie, DCR Ombudsman
While you are correct, in theory, it never works like that. This type of behavior 'guideline' turns into a tool for censorship and political correctness.