Exactly Keith. One can disagree and state one's opinion in a civilised manner without being downright rude and savage.

Nobody expects us all to natter away in total agreement like a bunch of old ladies at a tea party. But some of the political/social commentary threads have become a disgrace, in my view.

Like keberoxu, I feel so annoyed when many of the truly calm and likeable people on here get viciously slated merely for expressing a different view on the topic in hand. Fortunately there are several delightful and interesting folk who make visiting Mudcat a real pleasure.