>In answer to your question, I would say (on behalf of the sysops) you can use any language that can be broadcast on network TV (not cable, of course). The following "semi-profane" words are used on network television:

>Damn (but not Goddamn)
>Crap (but not shit)
>Hell
>Ass (but not asshole)

>...and a few others. Even though you refuse to be entertained or informed by one of the world's largest and most influential mediums, you probably still have a pretty good idea of what can and can't be said on TV just by absorption and being around people who do watch television (a majority of Americans).

>I hope this helps!

Ok, this guideline you listed is well and good, but who is to say which word is worst then others. Besides, I've read some post in the past that'll make a sailor blush with embarrassment and nothing was said about it.

It's either so called sysops can't catch all the profanity used here or they refused to enforce the rules. Either way I don't care. I think we should all follow the GOLDEN RULE, "do unto others...".