[August]

Originally Posted by Sailor Steve

You seem to miss the point, which is that in the one case you say that we've kept gas prices down by complaining, but on the other it's bad that the abortion question is still open. Do you want it closed? I was only commenting that you seem to be saying that in the one case complaint is good, but in the other having the question absolutely finalized, which precludes complaint, is good.

Well yes I would like to see the abortion question settled because the constant acrimony over it is tearing at the fabric of my country. People have been assaulted, even murdered over it. I would think any sane person would want to see that ended, but again I don't care one way or the other whether it's legalized or banned so please don't try and pick a side for me.

Of course we can say anything we want here. I was referring to several members, on both sides, who pop in once in awhile and speak as if they were the final authority. You avoided my comment on people who "know" things being dangerous. Do you agree then with the members who tell you that the other guys are stupid? I only commented on absolutes.

I'd say that people have the right to speak if they are the final authority. That doesn't mean they are an authority at all, nor does it prevent you or me or anyone from voicing our disagreement or support. I still don't see where anyone is restricted from doing that in any way.

As for your dangerous comment, i didn't "avoid" it, I just didn't see much point in commenting on it. What you call dangerous one might call decisive. There is no one standard that can be applied to everyone and every situation and I'm not going to quote every word and comment people make. That is too much like work for a forum I frequent to unwind and relax.

Funny that you should parrot my original comment in this thread and try to turn it around on me. The funny part is that you could be right. I worry about such tendencies in myself. The difference I see is that is that I recognize that possibility. You've argued in a couple of good circles and made it personal, but my original comment still stands. The people who insist on "no compromise" must by nature believe that they are the only ones who have the correct answers. This makes them dangerous.

"Try to turn it around on you"? "Made it personal"?

Look Dude obviously I am no longer able to communicate my thoughts with the people on this board. Since you see my post as a personal attack then I guess i'll concede the field to you. I'm not getting into another pissing match, especially not with someone whom i have respect for.