• I’ve posted a new revision of the comment policy. The first version of this policy was too short; the second one, I think, was too long, and misguidedly tried to enumerate every forbidden behavior while eliminating every possible loophole. I think that was a mistake, and this newest revision is intended to be more concise and readable. As always, use common sense. The earlier revisions will remain for historical purposes.
• This will be the last I have to say on this subject, but I have to say something about the commenter “cl”. I don’t punish people just for being theists, as several regular commenters can attest. But in the time he’s been here, he’s shown a consistent pattern of antagonizing everyone he comes in contact with, monopolizing threads, derailing discussions with perpetual complaints, quibbles and demands for attention, and generally making arguments that display a lack of good faith and responsiveness. In the past I’ve let it be, but it’s become intolerable. I’m not banning him, but I’m putting in place some restrictions on how often he can comment. Further measures will be taken if they become necessary.