`:::It is not the ``same thing``. Matters such as this need to be open and transparent. In such cases, the user in question is notified that there is an ongoing discussion, so that he/she can participate. It is posted at some public forum like WP:ANI or Wikiquette Alerts so that the rest of the community can monitor the discussion in the interest of transparency, and so that members may participate if they choose. If a block is imposed, a template notice is placed on the user's talk page so that he/she can appeal if he/she chooses.   :::'None of this was done in this case.   :::This is completely inappropriate, and you think you're getting away with this, you're mistaken.     `