You are correct.  I wasn't referring to you.  I have been a member of this 
list since 1995 and have watched in dismay as many have left because their 
political positions have been severely criticized.  Indeed, there has been a 
rather long stretch of precious little input.   Since we need everyone in 
this fight, I think we should refrain from disparaging any candidate or 
party.

Differing opinions are good.  Being disrespectful toward a personal position 
is bad.  We can agree to disagree without being insulting.
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God bless
Mary Ann (cG Jamie 68/28 with PD, died 11/20/07)
www.bentwillowfarm.org

> Mary,
>
> I am assuming that you are making a generalized statement about 
> "disparaging a candidate or a party..." as well as your comment about 
> "insulting behavior" and that you are not directing that at me.  In 
> reviewing my remarks made to Gerry who I highly respect,  I don't believe 
> that I disparaged or insulted anyone by encouraging examination of 
> political agendas.  I agree...being objective, indeed, is of utmost 
> importance, and that is what I urge people to do....look at the facts. 
> Fact finding is definitely not being subjective. I prefer to exercise my 
> right to say that Parkinson patients and their loved ones should examine 
> the facts and determine objectively their choices rather than emotionally. 
> Anyone who shares on the list ...remaining respectful of course...is 
> trying to share ideas on what he or she believes is best for the Parkinson 
> community as well as America. Differing opinion is what fuels rational 
> beings to derive better ideas and solutions. Some of my best friends are 
> Republicans, Mary....honest!  Bottom line:  we all want what will bring 
> about the best for this great country and some of us are willing to take a 
> chance and share thoughts with those we care about.
>
> By the way, I appreciate the God Bless, because He has,
> Susan
>
>
> 

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