Basically this forum is intended to break the rule your mother may have told you about when you were young.

Dear, it's not polite to talk about politics or religion with other people.
Well in The Lounge it is perfectly acceptable to do so provided you do so with honor and respect for others.

I'm fully aware that people are going to argue here, and in some cases those arguments will get heated, but just remind yourself that while you're sitting at your computer your words are being broadcast to the world.

Imagine yourself in a quiet, crowded lounge, with low music in the background, the smell of barbeque, and booze filling your nostrils and low mumurs all around.
Would you yell and scream about politics or religion in this place bringing attention to yourself?
Of course not.
Therefore, don't do it here because the effect is no different.
Making a scene in real life makes the people involved look foolish, the same thing goes in this Lounge as well.
I'd rather users get up from the table and leave the discussion then make a scene here.

With that said, enjoy what I hope will be hearty and lively debate, but keep it cool.

-Prime Administrator