Not sure if this topic is allowed here or not. I reread the rules & it simply says, "Limit your direct discussion of politics and religion, as people usually hold pretty strong opinions about these topics". What if politics is indirectly part of the discussion? What then?

Is the Nobel Prize political? I understand how it is related but think it is possible to have a civilized discussion that does not focus on that aspect. Or is it?

Before I put much time into texting my thoughts I want to know if the thread will be locked or deleted because I have other ways to waste my time than composing posts that will disappear.

Anyone?