Trill

Both equally arrogant assumption?

For all the talk of intelligence increasing I don't see it reflected in the ability of people to converse in mature and respectful ways. Whether it's in this forum or other comment boards what I am witnessing is more insults, ridicule, disrespect and name-calling all of which shut the door on open dialogue. I am not calling out one group here because it seems to be across the board and fairly universal. I'm even ashamed to say the I've found myself participating.

A response saying, "They did it first" strikes me a petulantly childish. Am I naive to believe that intelligence should lead to greater tolerance and ability to have open discussions while respecting the rights of everyone to disagree?