I found some kindred spirits, some very nice &n highly knowledgable people (of course, SOME of the "knowledge" which any one of us thinks is real or even certain, is illusory, or, worse, a hoax), and a few fun nut cases & healthy argumentation with persons who, nevertheless, generally have the same or similar political-economic, historical, & social values, perspectives & goals.
I've spent many hours many weeks in the FR community, especially around the Election.
I probably fit into that category. I've enjoyed being on some threads with you. I just LOVE FreeRepublic!