"It is good to have a place to blow off steam."
That it is. But I never looked at it that way.
This is like live theater, you can say what you like and you don't have to duck. BUT, you have to be mentally prepared to take on your opponent. Forming what is a mere perception, or gut re-action, and turning it into a valid position takes critical thinking skills.
It's also very obvious who DOESN'T have these skills. They get chewed up and spit out pretty easily.
But I have to admit, those who have the courage to join the fray should all be commended for sheer sport and audacity!
Thanks RobVG for the compliment. But I'm a NICE ballbreaker, just ask anyone who knows me.......LOL