I don't think anyone's meant anything personally, Joe. Opinions are bound to differ, and after all, you have said one or two things that were bound to cause a strong reaction, given the sensitive nature of the subject matter.

My 'umble opinion is that to even approach fully understanding anything, it's best to look at it from as many viewpoints and perspectives as possible. Keep them coming, is what I say.

"I'm looking for a truthful, unbiased, balanced, realistic, unhysterical assessment of the problem."

That seems to imply that you don't have one. Nor do I, but this discussion, including your contributions, is helping me form one.