Darks, eight years ago, FR was truly a wonderful forum for information gathering, political analysis and ideological exchange between conservatives. Yes, it was sometimes rough and tumble postings, but folks were allowed to speak if they adhered to the posted guidelines.
Now, it seems to be nothing more than a chat room in all forums, with cliques that demand a poster be banned for disagreeing with them. I'm sure you have noted that those who start a thread often say "this thread is about such and such and if you disagree, stay away".
Well, methinks that Jim has created a monster in allowing a lone few to control his forum. And yes, he can ban me today for stating my opinion. But, that will say a lot of himself and his thought control police.
I am sad.
Wish I'd been here 8 years ago instead.