>I think we could conclude this thread with the thought: Isn't it >nice how intelligent people holding different viewpoints can discuss >them in a rational fashion? Rather than the hysteria from our >so-called news media? Okay, I know we've "concluded this thread" but when I rediscovered this quote, I found it so apropos to this thread, I had to post: "Always vote for principle, though you may vote alone, and you may cherish the sweetest reflection that your vote is never lost." -- John Quincy Adams