I've only been here for 3 years, but I know this, Free Republic is not a joke, and if we apply some common sense to our debates and organize around a common cause, 135,000 members strong is nothing to sneeze at.
I know this place can get crazy at times with all the labeling and flame wars, but I do believe we are all on the same side. (Aside from the trolls) :-)
Freegards