Not being privy to the discussions that were had creates a limited view that any one of us may have on the situation, that is correct.

I would wonder, if someone were to put in their signature "Bush Sucks, and for 5 Dollars he'll bend over too" , if theyd be banned for it, much in the same similar fashion that you put your item into your signature. That would be a litmus to the idea that discussions outside of the restricted forum (even in the form of a signature) defy the rule and cause a ban to occur if not removed.

Hrmmmm...*goes to register an account there and find out*.