I'm glad you started it, too....

Agreement on any/all/most/none of the issues isn't anywhere near as necessary as having thought-provoking dialogue in a civil and open-minded manner. All too often the dialogue breaks down into snide remarks and name-calling - none of which succeed except to alienate.

I haven't met the all-knowing person yet (and it sure isn't the guy I see in the mirror!), so the opinions of others - developed through years of experienced which don't match mine - help me learn more. The more I learn, the better I understand (I hope!).

Hope there's more to come...