You've been here long enough to know that substantial numbers left during both of those episodes.
And the fact remains that 1) several Rudy supporters have been banned in recent weeks, 2) others have been threatened with banning, 3) people have been mashing abuse left and right on Rudy supporters and 4) management has clearly made it known what is thought of our opinion. That's all verifiable.
Let's take these one at a time...
1) Yes - for bad behavior. Not for supporting Giuliani. I was involved in at least one argument with a person who was obviously a troll, and who also supported partial birth abortion. They were banned...no loss to the forum.
2) Again, for bad behavior. I know of at least one person who should have been banned long ago for their bad behavior, who has now been threatened with banning. The critical distinction is that it isn't because of their support for Rudy, but rather due to their behavior.
3) And has Jim reacted? Not that I've noticed, other than to bad behavior. In fact he's shown admirable restraint.
4) I can't argue with you there, but it shouldn't come as a surprise that a conservative forum is supporting the most conservative candidate. I think you have to expect that actively supporting the most liberal candidate (or at least one of the top two) is going to get you some flak.