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To: Lazarus_Long who wrote (51374)	9/18/2006 5:40:02 PM
From: one_less	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 90947

Thames was wondering out loud if Americans like us don't secretly harbor a desire to be Fascists. It's almost an insinuation but not quite. He used an analogy for homophobes which gets me a little edgy. So normally I would agree with the 'GFY' sentiment but I am trying to get that thread off on a higher keel of discourse. I think we can answer his query with dignity and authority, but I am not in the mood to do that today, and by agreeing with your response, I didn't rise to the level of discourse I require from others. Maybe tomorrow. Maybe not. Maybe the idea for that type of thread is never going to work. I looked closely at what he said. I definitely disagree with it but whether or not it should cause him to be banned for it is another question. I agree with you that it was provocational but most L/R discussion carries that, so I can't ban people for provoking others, unless they refuse to substantiate their view point with some rational. Then it is simply harrassment ... I banned Richnorth for that the other day.