The odd part of this discussion is that some of the scariest and loathsome people I have known have had the trappings of being cultured. They have had good linguistic abilities and manners yet under it all have been the most bigoted, ruthless and vicious SOBs I have had the pleasure to know.

The opposite has also been true. I have met people who could be considered linguistically challenged and lacking in social graces yet were some of the kindest, most generous and helpful people I have had the pleasure to know.

Bob