Well put X...

On certain subjects, I'm a much more agressive debater than on others. When I express an opinion, it's presented with truth & fact and I stand strongly on what I think.

For me, it's not about trying to convert or change someone's views to match my own, but giving them a new way to look at something, as we all respect each other's differences of opinion. It's our differences that make for interesting, intelligent, and often educational conversation.

hear hear...well said.

I'm a debater. If I feel strongly about something, I'll go toe to toe and head to head. But even where I don't agree with you, there is always respect.

Our paths, histories, and experiences will create variant views. But open and honest dialogue is a beautiful thing.

So, I tip my hat.