by Simon » Sat Aug 18, 2007 1:10 am
Lena, we do not need insults, but the point is no-one will ever stop them from occurring. Unfortunately, they are a part of human nature, inspired by our emotion. Waiting a few minutes to reply back wouldn't, in most circumstances I believe, make the slightest difference. I can be as angry with somebody just as much after 3 hours, as I can be after 3 minutes. People like Paaul should not be ignored, they should be exposed, so when he puts forward his arguments, others are aware of his motivation for doing so. The issue is not about trying to change them, but more exposing them for what they are, and not allowing them to spout their propaganda about the forum without challenge. That should be all our jobs if we care about Cyprus! I agree that insults generally are unnecessary, but as I have said before, the reasons for them can be numerous and can sometimes be justified!
P.S. If your evaluation of logic and strength is correct; then we are all illogical and all weak.