Barak,
I have never tried to defend you. I think your more capable of that than I. But I do hold you out as a shining example of someone that I almost always disagree with, yet can still respect, and would certainly have a beer with and enjoy a nice discussion. I don't think I can say I have ever seen you get down in the dirt with you posts, something I have been guilty of and am ashamed of, and your comment are usually very lucid.
If you're ever down in Dixie, I'll be disappointed if we don't get to share a meal, a drink, or cup of coffee.
