Suzy, I'm sorry you're unhappy with our policy. I know it grates on folks sometimes. If everyone were willing to be polite in their interactions with others we wouldn't be needed at moderators. We always hope for the best, but we know that on the internet people feel more anonymous and post things they would never say to someones face. Thats why we make sure when you join our community you know that your posts may be edited or removed, its in what you agree to when you become a member. Just human nature.
I have often said to my kids, you don't have to like the rules, but you DO have to obey them.
Again, I'm sorry this makes you unhappy, and I really hope you find a way to enjoy the site in spite of the things you disagree with.
To the rest of you that posted the things that you love about DC, I am so glad that this place is one you like to "hang out" at. I love it here too.