Thanks Laura.

As I've said before, I keep this forum as "open" as possible and allow the freedom of expression to go farther than most moderators ever will.

It's good to deviate from the subject and discuss whatever may be important at the time, and I have no problem with this.

I would just ask that people not become easily offended, even if others are rude or offensive. We're strong enough to let words slide off of us.

If others have a different opinion than we do, don't get upset. It's alright for alternative opinions to be expressed. That's how much personal and collective progress is made and is why I allow it.

Kindness—even if a little sarcastic occasionally—is always important no matter what your beliefs are. I will eventually ban users who are continually disrespectful and grossly unkind.

I have banned 2 anonymous IP addresses tonight for this reason.

Lets all feel free to use this system to talk about whatever is on our mind so long as we treat each other with a reasonable amount of kindness and respect.

You don't have to like a person's belief system, but a person should always be treated with respect.