I sure am glad I was working and/or distracted when that other thread was born & died so that I missed it entirely. I am grateful that most folks here are aware of my personal attitude about discussion and controversy, but I still regret misjudging the appropriateness and timing of some of my remarks.

And in that regard, Shambles, I wish you had hesitated before starting THIS thread. Even if your intent is honest and driven by sincere curiosity, feelings about the subject are pretty tender right now, and references which lead back to those other awkward threads just tend to stir up animosity. It is not a matter of 'right' to post or censorship, but simply a plea for taste, restraint and allowing a cooling down before fanning those flames once more.

That's all I will say about it publicly.