blackmesa wrote: As an American citizen, I would have to roll my eyes at some jackbooted thug who thinks the Second Amendment isn't part of the Constitution of the United States.
sic semper tyrannis
blackmesa, I welcome you as a new member.blackmesa wrote:As an American citizen, I'm ashamed there are people in government "service" who can't understand plain English, or who intentionally ignore the plain English that limits legitimate government powers.
I would respectfully suggest, however, that the use of incendiary terms in describing fellow forum members or members of our various uniformed services, does neither advance the acceptance of your point of view nor introduce your self to your fellow forum members in the best light. The specific incendiary term I reference is "jackbooted thug". You must admit that that term is heavily laden with historical baggage.
If I may be permitted one more observation, you will find that on this forum, members of our various uniformed services are rather highly regarded. To suggest that you are ashamed of them for being either ignorant or officially oppressive serves more as a commentary on yourself, sir, that it does on them.
Perhaps in other venues, a more aggressive and confrontational means of expression is needed or helpful in promoting a particular point of view. It is not the case here. In fact, many of us have gravitated to this site specifically because a more civil and polite tone is the norm. We generally feel it is a good thing to be able to disagree without being disagreeable.
Let me close by saying that I realize from your other posts that you too have served our nation extensively in uniform. For that I am sure all here thank you and honor you for that service. I certainly do.
I wish you many pleasant years here; exchanging ideas and comparing experiences and learning.