Tom, I actually agree with you that some environmentalists and labor groups end up causing good companies financial heartache and possible closure. I've seen firsthand the damage a union can cause to a responsible organization for no other reason than to give power to union heads.

However I do disagree on your statement that their intent is to close down the company. That simply defies logic. Closing down a business that contributes to the economy, gives people jobs, and provides products we all need just doesn't make sense for anyone regardless of their political persuasion. The keyword here is intent. Instead it's simply rampant idealism and a desire for political power that clouds the minds of these groups to the big picture.

Bottom line is that rhetoric such as yours just alienates people and causes even further polarization in the various viewpoints. When you take this black and white attitude you often fall into, you actually empower even more the people you're at odds with. Logic tells us that solutions to complex problems like we're discussing require compromise.

I understand this is Flame but seems like you could provoke debate without the hatred.

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