Many of you have noticed a recent undertaking in our forums: a history project. Cross-X.com has a long and diverse story, and today I am pleased to introduce the next phase of our history. On Thursday, Cross-X will receive a major upgrade. Evazon and the forums will be converted to new software. Shifting to a powerful, extensible backend allows us to easily roll out new features and modernize your online debate experience.
We'll be making multiple announcements previewing new features and changes. Today, we begin a new round of moderator elections.
I would first like to thank all of the current moderators. Many of you have done a great job, despite volunteering for much longer than anyone anticipated. It's your dedication that has kept this site alive. Thank you.
We will, however, be shaking things up a bit. There will no longer be a super moderator. There are two reasons. First, Ross and I are personally involved in the daily backend operations and can handle any serious issue immediately. Second, and most important, forum moderators will have more power after the elections.
The current infraction system will be replaced with a more robust solution that gives moderators enough control to effectively do their job. We'll reveal all of the details later, but this is important to remember once voting begins. Who do you want to lead that forum?
We will be accepting applications until May 1st, or until enough candidates have applied. All forums are up for grabs except for Evazon, Feedback, and Discuss the Articles.
To qualify, a user must have at least 5 substantive posts in the forum they wish to moderate. "Substantive" will be evaluated using the objective "porn test".
Applications must be PMed to me.
We'll announce voting requirements, etc. once ballots are available.
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