When freedom disappears from the Voz forum
To commemorate today,
my main account has been banned from accessing the forum for over a year due to violating the regulations of posting in the F33 Section. (Actually, I intentionally sought to have my account banned because I was extremely frustrated with the constant deletion of threads.) Therefore, today I will write a post about the ongoing situation on the Voz forum.
I remember the old days on the Voz forum, spanning from 2011 to 2019. During that time, the forum was incredibly vibrant and filled with humor, boasting numerous high-quality threads. In particular, the F33 Section was a hub of activity, with each post attracting a multitude of comments. People with a fascination for the United States, Russia, and even China would passionately present their viewpoints, resulting in a colorful and diverse Voz. I recall instances where discussions would take unexpected turns, with participants engaging in humorous insults and racers making sharp maneuvers that caught everyone off guard. While there were occasional trolls who specialized in provoking and poking others, overall, Voz was truly a lively and authentic forum during that period. Even humor reached new heights. I vividly recall reading a thread titled "Punching an old man and three guys in the village because I was coerced into drinking alcohol and hopping around a blazing fire during a trip to the Northwest" back in 2018. It was crafted by a particularly witty individual who excelled at creating threads that would leave people in stitches. Despite their fictional nature, however, I found it immensely amusing, and it brought laughter to me after a long day at work. Once again, I remember the writer Natuan and his timeless literary works that have caused many hearts of Vozer to tremble violently whenever they delve into his stories. Alongside numerous other legends such as Phong Tom's ability to defeat opponents with a single blow, or the tale of gacolondon creating over a hundred accounts to challenge the moderators, etc... all of these characters and events have played a significant role in shaping the Voz community with its unique cultural aspect, setting it apart from any other forum.
However, everything has undergone a complete transformation, particularly after the Corona pandemic. The F33 Section has experienced a 180-degree shift in its nature. Previously, it was a platform that encompassed a wide range of emotions and discussions, however, it has now become a place of strict censorship. Any comments, even light-hearted jokes, directed toward the government are promptly deleted. Even threads discussing legitimate topics such as social insurance, which every citizen has the right to discuss, are also being removed by moderators. Furthermore, hot current affairs issues like the Ukraine war are banned from being discussed. It is disheartening to witness the Voz forum's decline into weakness and cowardice. What has happened to the forum's characteristic essence that once defined its brand? In the name of "forum safety," the administrators and moderators have callously suffocated the very essence that shaped the forum, allowing it to fade into oblivion. The Voz forum now boasts a modern interface, but it is akin to a mere decorative vase, with withered flowers and murky water. The forum's distinctive feature was its freedom, which has now perished. It seems that the forum itself has lost its defining element, never to be found again. Perhaps, in a few years, memories of a free Voz forum engaging in diverse discussions will remain as a beautiful reminiscence for some. Once repetitive topics become monotonous, it is likely that everyone will abandon the forum. Is it possible that, at that time, the moderators and admins would prefer to adhere to strict rules that suffocate the forum, ultimately leading to its gradual demise?
P/S: Sorry for this lengthy and grumpy post, if you don't like it, you can skip it.