Originally Posted by
abachler
It will serve you well to never assume that my statements mean other than precisely what they say. If I mean something perjoratively, you can be sure there will be no doubt. I don't think anyone here would claim that I censor my comments :) I'm not claiming that I ALWAYS say exactly what I mean, but that is usually the case. Besides, if you take issue with precisely what someone said, rather than what you read into their statements, it put's them in the position to either clarify, or reaffirm their statements. If you take issue with what you read into their statements, it either puts them on the defensive, or gives them the legitimate opportunity to lecture you on proper debate etiquette.