Originally Posted by NW Ponderer
A thought struck me today. As has been mentioned, some of us participate on other forums in addition to the Rant. My observation is that analysis on this site, by nearly every poster, is far more in-depth than on other sites. Part of that, I think, is the result of our enforced politeness. But, more significantly, I think we Ranters just cogitate more. We also hold each other to a higher standard - we don't put up with one-liners and genetic put downs, and demand sources. As a result, I think, the dreck-to-thoughtful ratio is pretty low.

Plus, it's pretty obvious that we are in many ways a great big happy and slightly dysfunctional family, but a family to be sure.
And I want to find more of our "lost family members" wherever they may be. We all are at the point where each of us recognizes a quality debater when we see one. Those folks are our "family".

The enforced politeness? It's clear that among us, there really isn't much need for more than a private message to advise someone.
Everyone here is smart enough to understand.
So, we're just a family.
And by the way, let me make clear just how much I care about each and every one of you.

All of you are a part of what makes up "the glue of my life".
Thank you for being you.

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