"Gnu had previously suggested that the disrespectful language being used in posts was one factor that has 'turned off' a lot of people who would be posting valuable and insightful information and opinions."

I'm wondering if that's what's happening to this thread?


That is what always happens Larry, when the conventional "wisdom", or the majority view on this site is put under pressure.

Your opening post described the "language being used and the way it was being used" rather than the subjects under discussion.
You appeared to welcome controversial opinions, as you did not want the forum to become "flat"

It is clear that some folks here do not want certain subjects discussed and will use any foul language, name calling, and even threaten criminalisation to have discussion stopped?

What say you?