Went from "Respect and civility" to a discussion of religion. I accept that GS likes to sign off a certain way. But he has heard from many people who approve or are neutral, and some who have explained in clear terms that they are deeply offended by that action. It now goes back to him to RESPECT the wishes of those who do not take it in the spirit he intends it and refrain from signing off to them in that way, thereby showing his CIVILITY.

It matters not how he signs off or what his intentions are. It is that simple. Otherwise: "May a flock of geese make a deposit on your red convertible when the top is down." or maybe "I hope you find much congress at the coven meeting." "Respect and civility" is a two way street or it is not at all.