I don't encourage you to be quiet. I encourage you to be educated, ask questions, participate, and further the interests of conservatives. Most of all participate– good ideas make this forum great. I speak as someone who has been here since (almost) before it started.
Seriously, go have a look at dennis' posting history in any Mac thread.
Everyone should have a look.
Then come back here and, if you're able, help him solve his problem.