[Do not dub me shapka broham]

Excuse me, but when have I ever insulted another member of this website, or any other member merely because we disagreed on a given subject?

From what I can see, the only people who are being derogatory towards other participants in this debate are coming from your side.

[proud American in Canada]

but when have I ever insulted another member of this website, or any other member merely because we disagreed on a given subject?

Never. You have always made polite and interesting posts, as far as I remember. You also always reply, which is a major plus in my book. :)

Everyone brings different perspectives and experience to the debate--it's a shame that every major incident/event in the news seems to lead to viciousness.

I was very disappointed yesterday a.m., today I'm willing to take a second look.

We'll see how she does in the hearings. They should be highly anticipated--I don't think the news organizations will get away with cutting away from live coverage every ten minutes.

At least I hope not.