Originally Posted By: old colonel
....in matters of doubleguns and general discussion, and even political discussions we are able to stay civil.

I have no doubt you will not change my outlooks in either gun control or American politics. Nor is it likely I will change yours....

....I prefer to generally stick to doubleguns and good natured discussions here as it is more peaceful. I encourage others to do the same.

Litmus tests, civility and diversion may be in the eye of the beholder, and some might hold the opinion that it should cut both ways. Along similar lines, equivocation might be seen as highlighting differences.