For the last few years, as abbynews.com and the Black Press
family of websites have garnered more attention, some readers have
raised concerns about one issue in particular — the fact we allow
visitors to post anonymous comments. The policy has led to some unpleasant and mean-spirited postings. It’s also raised an inconsistency in our Black Press
brand. Our community newspapers don’t print anonymous letters, yet
we've allowed our websites to become a place where people can hide
their identity while occasionally engaging in personal attacks and
allegations. Starting Dec. 1, that policy will change.
People will only be able to comment by using their
Facebook account, which means their name, often even their photograph,
will be linked to the statements they post.
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Don Quixote Note: As the Morning Star is a Black Press company I expect that this policy will be adopted locally.
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