**ALL MEMBERS - The "Pizza Gate" issue has finally been decided**

After weeks of intense discussion on how to deal with the negative aspects of "Pizza Gate" the staff has decided that the best compromise between those who wish to discuss the topic and protecting ATS from the potential fallout is to only allow the discussion to take place in our RATS (Really Above Top Secret) forum. The fact the forum is restricted to members who meet the time in grade requirements (200 posts) removes the possibility for newly appearing trolls who would seek to harm ATS or just drive the staff nuts by posting obvious TAC violations on the public boards.

So, our members who qualify for RATS may continue their discussion on PG there, but, make no mistake that the TAC still apply and we will not tolerate the publishing of private people's information nor will we allow the discussion of pedophilia or the posting of images that are against the TAC.

Anyone who violates these terms is subject to a posting ban or permanent ban with no discussion.

Thank you in advance for your understanding and cooperation.