Quote from ak15:
This site allows for freedom of speech and expression. Therefore any person has the right to express himself/herself here. Nobody can take it upon himself/herself, or has the authority, to stop another from expressing himself/herself with the exception of the owner and/or moderators, if they so chose.
If you don't want to debate with Z then don't. Put him on your 'ignore' list or whatever. Simple as that. However, railroading,hounding and foul-mouthing a person ad infinitum regardless of the thread's context is not appropriate.
Railroading, hounding and foul-mouthing a person is completely wrong when people disagree on views that are widely accepted by different and respected groups of people.
Railroading, hounding and foul-mouthing a person that defends the rape of 10 year old children is perfectly acceptable.