I not particulalry concerned about DL's opinion or yours about the validity of my posts. If he says something I disagree with I'll post a counter just like I do with everyone else. I've had stong disagreements with almost everyone here and am not particularly popular because of it. However very few react like DL does except when its over some very precious liberal precept. The conservatives don't take it personal when I disagree strongly over global warming, other environmental issues, tax cuts for the rich, or CEO pay. Why do so many liberals seem to be thinned skinned?

If there is something in particular about style you'd like me to change I'll be glad to listen. I know I can be abbrasive and agree an overall civil tone is best for informed discussion which is what I think most of us want out of this place. I don't however take kindly to being told I'm not allowed to express an opinion under whatever arbitrary set of conditions you choose at any particular point in time.