I fully agree that those two subjects need not be

I fully agree that those two subjects need not be discussed in this forum. This is an investment site and must remain that way. That being said; I can't help but totally disagree that money, religion, and politics should not be discussed. What else is there to have engaging, substantive conversations about? The weather? Thats when you know that both parties are making no real effort to communicate. Yeah weather happens. I also had a few bowl movements today too.
I think we all do ourselves a disservice to shy away from uncomfortable topics, perceived or real. We are not going to grow socially and heal some rifts if we are afraid of rational, intelligent, and truthful debate of what we humans believe and how we feel about real topics that influence the quality of life for everyone.

So that's my soap box stump speach for the quarter.

Cheers guys and gals. Vote Loose Lips!!!