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To: Frederic Conrad who wrote (359)	8/13/1999 9:18:00 PM
From: C Kahn	Respond to of 542

Frederic Conrad, I understand exactly what you are saying. I don't like being attacked by a "virtual" stranger for expressing my opinion either. And when I feel that I am being attacked, my first response is to retaliate, as well. I think because we really don't know each other "Here" very well, there are going to be misunderstandings. The only solution I can think of, is that we should really try to spell it out and explain what we're trying to express as clearly as possible, so that no one takes it the wrong way and gets insulted. We're dealing with many different types of people who may have completely different views, and now and then somebody is going to feel insulted, when it wasn't our intention to insult at all. I think most of the people who use these forums have been on both sides of this fence. And I think most people will be reasonable about it if we take the time to try to explain our true intentions in a respectful manner. Another point, is that the Internet may be the only place some people can express their true feelings without any backlash. The only place they can "Get It Off Their Chest". But I still think that if we can try to communicate in a respectful manner with each other, these misunderstandings will be resolved a lot quicker. I'm just as guilty as you or anyone else, so I'm not judging. I'm only trying to share some friendly advice. I hope you will take it in the spirit that it was intended. Sincerely, C Kahn