I was reading through this site the other day and came across several posts by different posters lamenting this site, saying what a shame it has gone from debating JW believers to talking politics and current affairs.
There are a few issues I have with these kind of posts.
First, discussing politics is actually a good thing. Why? Well, in case you haven't noticed, we in the West are going through a culture war. Certain groups of far-Leftists are trying - and sometimes succeeding - to shut down free discussion. This is seriously eroding free speech. This site should actually be applauded - I have read and participated in a great many discussions of very difficult topics.
Also, as most of us are ex-JWs, discussing politics and casting votes should be encouraged. You can vote for whichever party in your country and your vote will be equal to anyone else's. This is a beautiful thing. It means schmoes like me and you have a say in whoever will run the country you live in.
Of course, if you are a forum member who doesn't like politics, you don't have to read or comment on political threads.
And one last thing that I think is worth keeping in mind: this site is still a refuge for many people trapped in the org or who are just waking up for the first time.