Quote Originally Posted by ReardenSteel View Post
This is the Conversation Forum so one can either choose or not choose to get involved in any discussion put forth. Members may not always agree, but as long as the discussion is conducted in a gentlemenly fashion, what's the harm in discussing/debating any topic? The Mods get involved if and when needed. A good spirited discussion is always good to keep one's mind open.
Actually there is a little bit more than this and it probably would behove most posters in politically charged threads to reread http://straightrazorpalace.com/conve...uidelines.html
paying particular attention to the following bit

Avoid comments which do not enhance the thread, steer away from the topic, are derogatory to a specific individual, his nationality, religious beliefs, relatives, political views, or lifestyle. It is acceptable to have views which differ from others views, it is not acceptable to use those views to act in a manner which is derogatory to the member himself. Please disagree without resorting to uncivil behavior in an attempt to make your view seem correct.
I have said it before, and will repeat it - using this forum as a political soap box is not going to be tolerated.