As one who usually doesn't stick a toe into the political discussions on this forum, I have to say that I'm surprised at the number of comments on this thread; but, also pleased that everyone has remained reasonable and calm about such an emotional subject.

As with any difficult and painful subject facing a society, no one side is totally right and no one side is totally wrong. Compassion and compromise don't have to be enemies. Keep talking my friends. Well done.

-- Áine