The fact is that folks are for democracy until their position, what ever that happens to be, financial, social status or otherwise, is threatened. Then, they use what ever means they have to achieve their interests. Our democracies are rife with such scenarios particularly on civil rights issues. Check your emotional content when you post and question it. I have appreciated the points of view of all posters in this latest dialogue. Opposing opinions are the only way to come to a synthesis of ideas that holds the greatest truth. Let us continue to be open.