Spark had to have come to FC knowing that he was a lone dissenting opinion. I give him credit for that. Spark and I do not agree on many issues but are aligned on some others. Will we change each other’s minds? – nah. FC can’t be a harbor for only those of our mindset lest the forum becomes like the governments we protest. It is best for you to keep Spark on ignore.
I definitely agree with you that there is a time element involved. After stating an opinion, since in all probabilities no one’s stance will be changed, then each of us must choose the best way to use time.