Two 'almost' separate issues:
since you ARE more conservative than most here, you may well expect a lot of disagreement with posts. 'Style' of posting and type of argument are also lightning rods.

(as a matter of fact *I* don't like affirmative action based on race that demands quotas in certain areas. I don't mind minorities getting the nod where all other things are equal.)

Pasting ALL of long articles is another thing entirely. Even if you are not going to comment, you can at least limit the paste and provide a link. Why would you think it is better to NOT comment first, then enter the discussion later?