On Thu, 15 Feb 2024 20:10:11 GMT, Tony <
lizan...@orcon.net.nz>
It would be easy to say nz.general, Tony, but then I am sure you
already know that. For you, I can also say that in a sense, every
poster is addressing remarks directly to you as well as others reading
the group; as we know you read the posts of others, and what you may
not realise is that you often provide affirmation to others that their
views do have value, that discussion even with those who do not agree
can be worthwhile, and that we can be glad to be in a country where it
is possible to say things that others may not always agree with. Tour
posts do point out that we will not always see things the same way;
that we can strive to do better, and that we can be proud of the
opportunity to bring our personal views to a wide group of people. In
posting to nz.general, we know that you will be ready to contribute a
different and at times startling viewpoint; you will help many to
affirm that their own posts have worth and value, and not to dwell
too much on differences in opinions, even if we do not share them.