It's nice to see someone who tries to be thoughtful and mindful of people with dissimilar beliefs on the boards. I'm impressed with the calm, "grown up" tone you take in your responses, especially in the Obama same-sex marriage article. Frankly, I'm not sure how you keep your composure.

It's a shame everyone on comment sections can't figure out how to do this.

Hi Prentiss, just wanted to say thank you for your posts. I am ultra-liberal so we don't necessarily agree but your approach is something I can really respect. I especially respect that you put your whole name out there unlike a lot of people who post from a profile that is "in code" afraid to use their full or even real name...hate that.

Thanks.

Sincerely,Melissa