An interesting idea, that respectful debate is unproductive and
dishonest, whoops...there's that word again.

You can stop trying to intimidate, Ian.  It doesn't work on me and
apparently, other members are tired of hearing it.

On Aug 5, 3:09 pm, Ian Pollard <[email protected]> wrote:
> Molly / Deripsni,
>
> I believe that human ideas should be challenged vigorously and thoroughly
> and without restriction. An appeal to "respect" when it comes to an idea is
> something like a nuclear device that causes instant stalemate. It's a demand
> for a shield around something that, in and of itself, warrants no such
> thing. This style of debate is unproductive and dishonest.
>
> With the above in mind, I will continue to respect the rules of Mind's Eye
> (which I largely wrote) and post in the same style I have for the last 5
> years. If you think I am breaking the rules or going against the spirit of
> them, contact another moderator and let them know your concerns.
>
> Molly, the moderators must represent a breadth of views and opinion
> (including mine). If you want to throw your hat into the ring, please go
> ahead and we'll discuss it.
>
> Ian
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