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Originally Posted by kingrex
Sally,
What else was that thread about, if not a debate about Tysabri?
I hope you don't believe that there's anything wrong with open dabate over issues, opinions, treatment, etc. My expectation of NeuroTalk is that it's about issues, not individuals , and I don't think that anything we say here should ever be construed as meaning that we don't wish everyone the best with their treatments.
I will say that I value all opinions, as long as they're presented honestly and civilly. When a person makes a post and doesn't participate in the discussion which ensues, it makes me think that they may be more interested in a soapbox than a discussion board. So, I salute all who take the time to post, without regard to whether their comments support or oppose my views.
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Hi Rex, I love debate, if it's handled intelligently, without personal attacks. The only thing about that, here, is that we are sick people and sometimes we take things personally and lash back. It shouldn't happen, but it does.
Lauren started the Tysabri thread, with a personal touch. She has been through he!! and back with her TY journey/battle. It's finally here and she's on it and came to share her exuberance with us.
I disagree with what you said above (highlighted). NeuroTalk is
Not about the issues, it's about the people and
their issues. First and foremost, we are here to support and validate one another. I happen to think that debate can be a way of support for many of us. It's healthy!
In this instance, it seemed, to Lauren, that we were jumping all over her, and she has not been back since...thus, this thread. I just wanted her to understand that our debating about Tysabri, was, in no way, a personal attack of her choice, and that we will be here for her whether it succeeds or fails.