Here is the issue with that.If the new system allows it, I'd like to request that you simply have an opt-in system where a mod slaps an ability onto the user's account that allows them to see the political sub.
Unless you opt in, you never are aware there even is a political sub.
Some sort of option in your profile for "controversial topics" that will require admin approval to see. I'm sure you folks can come up with a more polished way to do something along those lines.
I think the sub being hidden to normal users is the most critical aspect though.
We are trying to grow the forum as it is a business after all.
A big draw is the classifieds. It brings in a lot of new members. Then the political Sub-Forum. Throw in some chicks with guns and fishing rods and there you have it.
Let me say something here that may offend you but not my intention.
People that support the site. Not just people that post here. We all have a voice and we listen but in the end as in the real world some voices just might be a little bit louder.
Again, no knock. It is free to attend.