@Pdb1
Paul, I do believe there are people who don't post in here for fear of reprisal. I have been told the same. This is a faux argument on their part. They need to grow a pair.
I enjoy reading and posting here; the discourse, debates, opinions. I don't mind criticism, as long as it is balanced and accurate. Not gratuitous slags with no credible proof to back it up. That's childish and lazy.
Put your history with a few people aside for a moment, and look at the vast majority of posts in here. Those seeking advice, or wanting to share a personal tragedy in their life. These posters are met with immediate help or condolences.
Those who display arrogance and disrespect, or who are condescending or lying are quickly sorted out as well
FatDan said it best a while back. If someone is genuine in their intent, he/she will be treated in kind. If a person is being a jerk, he/she will also be treated in kind. "Common Fkin sense"
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ps: Please don't ask "who am I to determine who is a jerk"?. It was bizarre the first time, especially after you promptly went on to personally judge every poster in the thread.