" Freedom of speech does indeed go both ways." I agree Dan and I hope that the ensuing discussions will honor that fact. I am not going to tell anyone what to believe. That's an "inalienable right" in our US Constitution. Remember Dan, when we discuss ideas, ideologies or religion or non-religion this (at least on my part) is not an attempt to disrespect anyone personally. I try to stick to the issue and not insult someone who doesn't agree with me. That's the only rational way to have a conversation.

There are those who react emotionally, passionately and take things personally. The preferred way to discuss in my opinion is to try to see the other's point-of-view and discuss that without insults, invectives or hurt feelings. Only then, can you have an adult conversation.

The problem with America today is that the art of conversing this way has become an endangered species. People don't know how to talk to one another anymore. Because of the political climate we live in we have "talking points" where pundits are trying to keep score rather than understand another's point of view. They act as a model on discourse because so many people see this on TV talk shows and pseudo news broadcasts.

So essentially, I agree with you Dan and would rather generate light than heat.