One of the things I most like about these fora is the wide range of differences in thinking & philosophy. I am a radical feminist & pacifist, who once owned & used a gun. I'm a progressive who loves those who choose to serve in government - I considered a run once myself - with an appreciative streak for libertarians. I'm an anti-capitalist with a serious talent for sales.

I value each & everyone's contributions, even if I shriek "are you KIDDING?!?" out loud when I read it. It's a big country. All of our voices are needed in this national convo. Please keep it up!

PS - a useful tool for thinking:
http://www.systems-thinking.org/loi/loi.htm