[Lex]

sorry.. i work with a college, and this thread reminded me of the committee meetings I have with them sometimes, where hours are spent discussing semantics or shifting the subject to try to come out on top as the "winner" of the argument.

its very academic. i've learnt to laugh at it rather then get frustrated by it. Besides, if it's engaging, then its time well spent (truth of any good form of entertainment, and why controversial topics are so popular). and this thread has been very engaging, despite its lack of educational value.