Ethics 101: To re-use or not to re-use?

[Jack Jones]

Originally Posted by Steve W

I am glad to see that you admit breaking the rules. This will make it easier for the inspectors to find those who intentionally break the rules.

Note to 2007 inspectors: Be on the lookout for Poof Ball shooting robots!

Seriously, we need to follow the rules – even this one – in order to show respect and fair play toward the competition. If we succeeded in breaking a rule and later succeed in wining a match or three, then what have we won? None of us should want to cheat our way to hollow victory. It is way better, win or loose, to have played fair.

Acting up about this rule isn’t like the Founding Fathers tossing tea into Boston Harbor, or Rosa Parks sitting where she pleased. This is not about tyranny or oppression; it’s about honesty and fair play. Feel free to speak up against it, but respect us all enough to follow it.