There will never be such a thing as even and balanced, Rich, everyone's point of view is different. That's the way the world works, for better or worse. Do things one way, a particular group will salute you, do it another way, the same people will spit on you.
The fact remains, we are using a medium of communication that is quite anonymous by nature. If you choose to meet outside the classroom, get to know each other, more power to you, and very commendable. After all, the spirit of camaraderie is quite welcome. But most of us do not have that luxury. Maybe the same person who you consider your opponent in a forum would be a good friend in real life. But that is your choice to make. We can't make it for you. I personally give people a LOT of leeway, but that doesn't mean I don't have opinions about what you guys say & do, just like everyone else.
If you want to take me to school, shame me, if that makes you feel better, go right ahead. I've had to listen to s*** all my life because I don't care to take sides, but I will speak up when it's time. You will be the n+1 in that crowd. But I refuse to take it out on other people, especially in public.
14SHOCAR, AJ, Livernois (I don't know who's repping because there's no signature on the posts), do you want me to lock the thread as ZSHO has suggested, or do you all want to voluntarily withdraw from public discussion on this thread? Use the phone, PM, whatever. Please let me know. Thank you.