It is not very pretty in here sometimes.  What bothers me, is how people just pound away on people, and don't really help them in anyway but argue with them.  In the discussion threads, topics always go off topic (just like this one instantly did) and people broaden topics just to get out of being cornered.

The problem with most threads, and what often causes the debate, is the problem is never really defined, and not narrow enough, so someone can always change the focus.  I believe a strategically well asked question will make a person go through the thought processes to realize where they may be wrong, and it is a lot more peaceful than someone just blasting everyone who says something they disagree with.  You are a lot more likely to convince someone of something if you let them figure it out rather than pointing out all the faults they present!

Very good threat fedup2.