Steve... I debate *ideas*, and try very hard not to get into speculation about the personalities of those I talk to.... not with Pete, not even with you.
I see the temptation to throw derogatory remarks at those who don't seem to have MY enlightened approach *wry smile*, but it never helps. I try to type as if I were sitting across from a person in real time. If they insult ME, I will simply leave and cease talking to them. This has happened once in my 16 years at Mudcat.... and Pete has not done that. I am sad & frustrated that he... who I am assured by two people who know him is a nice guy... fails to see certain points. I just will not insult him. I actually worry more about why YOU feel YOU must. You & I agree on the logic & science, but..... *shrug*
(You realize, Steve, that there are FAR worse ideas and attitudes than Pete's version of fundamental views to cope with in this world...)