[The Squatter of Amon Rûdh]

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>sry, didn't realise i had to be that pc<HR></BLOCKQUOTE><P>There's no need to apologise, and you don't have to be "politically correct" (what a hideous phrase that is) if you don't want to be. I am merely trying to suggest to people in both camps ways in which they can debate the films in a civilised fashion, so that everyone gets their say and nobody gets upset. We have a lot in common here because we all love Tolkien, and I want people to remember that when they talk to each other.<P>I should add that I have no authority on this forum. I couldn't enforce the suggestions I am making even if I wanted to; but I am getting sick and tired of people who should be celebrating their common fanship foolishly attacking one another. Your post insults nobody, and it makes a valid point, but that point could be put in such a way that it is less likely to upset somebody who does not agree with you. That way when they come to reply they will be calm, not angry, and they will be more likely to listen to what you have to say. I despise the political-correctness movement, but there's no shame in considering each others' feelings and employing a reasonable amount of tact when discussing these issues. I just want everyone to enjoy coming here, not to leave feeling angry, bitter or upset; or engage in needless and futile personal arguments based on ludicrous misunderstandings of one another's comments. We're all here for the same reason, so let's celebrate that, whatever our opinions may be.<P>As two very wise men once said: "Be excellent to each other; and party on, dudes!"<p>[ February 17, 2003: Message edited by: Squatter of Amon Rudh ]