I've found that a lot of you guys are very abrasive on here and quick to jump down people's throats. You can use the NY attitude as an excuse if you want though. Seems like its an easy thing to do with the anonymity of it all.
I agree, and find it distasteful to undermine someone who has a different opinion than you, I myself always try to be gracious, and conduct myself with a degree of courtesy. their is nothing wrong with treating everyone with respect, it has served me well for 72 years.
