I also understand Florian's points. As I mentioned from the start, I am playing Devil's Advocate here because there is a small bit of rebel left in me that can understand Gord's position as well. My interpretation of his resentment is that Florian Chose to be everyone's conscience. He was putting the information out there and what we did with it as individuals should have been our choice (Gord can correct me if this is an incorrect assessment). This is a discussion board; discussion could have been an option. Yes it is a controversial issue and people have their opinions. It should be ok to have an opinion even if it differs from our own. If the opportunity to have the interesting and honest discussion that we are now having had been encouraged, maybe there wouldn't have been hurt feelings and anger; maybe Gord would have had a better understanding of what appears to be the general consensus; maybe we would have had a better understanding of his thoughts. Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying agreement in either case, I'm saying understanding. If I recall correctly, there was one person out there who thanked Gord for this information.
I don't mean to belittle Florian's authority as Moderator of this board, it can't be easy making these types of decisions. I'm not even suggesting that Florian should have done anything differently. I'm merely suggesting that we should try to see other points of view even if we don't agree with them (This thought goes to Gord as well). Even though I haven't posted until recently, I've been "visiting" for several months. I love the poetry and passion that Gordon Lightfoot's music instills and it's nice to know that there are others who feel the same. If I have, in any way, stepped on toes or offended anyone with my food for thought postings, I am truly sorry.
Janice
[This message has been edited by Janice (edited January 29, 2000).]
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