>>I only know what I read you post.<<

So you read, and then you infer you know what a person's complete opinion is. As in;  "Lou certainly believes that."

>>I do note that often when called upon to defend what you post you retreat into personal sneers and spluttering indignation but little in the way of actual explanation.<<

And I note that you make wise ass comments as in then above, then talk about MY personal "sneers." What I take from what you write is that you "sneer" at things people say, but in a polite manner - you insult while appearing to be civil. I am not here to win the world's debating championship as you appear to be. I am here to state my opinion and as my friend AP says, if you don't like it, don't read it. Ignore me if I don't meet your debating standards, but don't presume to "know" what I mean or who I am. You don't impress me in a positive manner even though I can see you are an intelligent man in some areas. I am done.