I think having a banner and showing it at games is a big mistake
One of the reasons I like this forum so much is because it is open to all, you can support any team and still join LFCreds, if we have a banner I believe it would make people who support other teams less likely to joining the site, we could lose not having people who support other teams bringing different views from Liverpool supporters.
If we do have a banner IMO the next logical step would be to start sell advertising space on the site.
I value and respect the work the staff do and believe we need to make sure they stay independent but also need to show a certain amount off independence to anyone looking in who are not Liverpool FC supporters.
So let me just make sure i get this - no offense - but absurd statement. Basically you think we should not make a LIVERPOOL themed banner because we may offend non LIVERPOOL fans when we display it at LIVERPOOL games, but think that otherwise they would like to join up to a LIVERPOOL forum.
And then i just noticed your whole 'point' about the risk of becoming a commercial venture. An independent website that has a banner made up from members donations is not commercial at all, is it? It's a punch in the face for commercialism actually, it shows those who are passionate enough can make things work without having to sell advertising.
Loving some of these ideas guys! Nice ones, defo keen for this
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