[California Patriot]

No reason there can't be deep and meaningful insights on any FReep thread. By condemning people for not adhering to your standards of humility and modesty, you appear not to welcome liveliness, which is far more important in a forum -- especially an electronic one -- than self-effacement.

[Pukin Dog]

I think what Polly is trying to tell you, is that a bit of humility goes a long way. You don't show up and write on a forum like this, one filled with political junkies, that you know more than 90% of us about this subject. You probably have no idea of who posts here. Some of these folks are people you see on your TV and hear on your radio regarding politics, people who are paid to think about these subjects. So, when you make a comment like the one you made, it does not show you in your best light.

My rants are meant to be fun and thought provoking, not people provoking. But I have a mean-streak that makes me mess with those of you who like to monitor the thoughts of others like sentry roosters on patrol. All the bluster makes you look bad.

I would not describe your demeanor as 'lively', I would call it angry. But angry over what? There is no law saying we must agree. Am I humble? Nope. I'm not perfect, never claimed to be. But as a formal naval aviator, I'm as close as most.

PD.

[pollyannaish]

Ok, ok.

I give up.

Good luck.