What's wrong folks? Can't take the heat?

As you can see, I have many posts under my belt yet do not have the perfect 10 ranking that is so important to some. I join in discussions that interest me, whether I agree with the original poster or any of the participants. I also enjoy a good exchange of differing views and have even been known to modify my opinion when faced with a logical and valid point I had not considered from an opposing side. I don't "minus" a post simply because I disagree with that person's point of view. If they are ugly or attacking, that would rate a "minus" but I really don't bother with that too much because the rankings aren't attached to your earnings in any way so why waste the effort to symbolically slap someone on the wrist? I will "plus" someone who deserves the recognition in a hot minute though.

I draw out the line on discussions which I feel may go overboard. Some people would raise unconnected points when they feel they are losing a discussion. If left unchecked the discussion goes on and on, going from one topic to another. I prefer keeping a discussion to the points originaly raised. I do not give a negative rating just because someone totally disagree with me on the same point. When a person digresses I do not make further comments. I simply do not want to waste my time going around in circles. all the best, rosdimy

Arguments don't bother me. I don't get offended easily though. Some people do. I like debate. They should have a debate board.