I thank AngelGirl for her apology, and I have PM'ed her with an explanation of why I did not initially respond to her attempts to initiate dialogue. I regret that my silence caused concern. I am not, and have not been angry with AngelGirl. I agree with those who believe that a lively, provocative dialogue resulted and that civility was observed.

Thank you for supporting AngelGirl in expressing herself.

Dialogue is the building block of understanding, and understanding is the foundation of democracy.