Let me see.

The thread began with a fan of an artist sharing something the help others understand what he believes.

Several people disagreed with him, several others agreed with him.

Several people decided to discuss politics and social issues - points and emotions on both sides of each issue were raised.

History was brought up (IMHO) some real and some more imagined and/or colored by points of view. The history touched on was ancient, old, recent and current.

No one so far, as flamed anyone (that I noticed)

I could be wrong, but it seems that the Mudcat is going along pretty well. . .

By the way, I always put down Pacific Islander or in the old days Eskimo instead of what I am, just because there ain't enough of them wonderful people in the world!

pax yall

Blackcat2