It's just very interesting that sympathizing with you, agreeing your treatment by that so-called attorney was abominable, suggesting that the local legal aid society should have been able to help, is all not enough for you.

There should be room for moderates in this discussion. But moderation doesn't seem to be a big part of your world view.

If the US is polarized between the Jerry Falwells and the absolutist secularists such as you seem so far to be, it's no wonder there's so much bad feeling.

The main problem as I see it is that the Neanderthal Right is very well organized and funded. The rest of us therefore should try to find a middle ground we can defend and not squabble so much among ourselves. The problem with your quixotic quest to expunge religion from public life is that it unites the opposition without any benefit to your side. You show every sign of playing into the hands of the demogogues (again).

I'm sure Doug R, Larry K etc. are applauding you every step of the way.