I have taken Fish's advice and used the ignore button and the board has become much more pleasant. I can tell by the reponses that I see (from those I have not ignored) that I am missing nothing but what appears to be more childish behavior. The "ignored" posts may have sinister motives but, since I don't see them, I'm not affected. And I can live witthout the tidbits of facts that they give out in order to justify their opinions.
I invite all of you who are seeking some relief from the recent barrage of bickering to give "ignoring" a try. It works for me.
Just remember, it is a powerful cure so use it carefully.
- Panamax