I've never figured out how the post are edited Ken, but I don't think it is the Register Staff.   I don't know if you've noticed but they have posted letter in the print edition, that would make it on through on this site.

I can defend myself and don't mind push back.   I've gotten in trouble with this site because I DON'T mark things as uncivil even if I think the comment stinks.    IMO those comments usually say more about the writter than they do about me.  People who resort to name calling are the like guys who step on your feet when you try to rebound, poke you in the eye in a huddle, beat up smart, little kids on the playground.  They can't compete fairly so they cheat/humilitate to try cover up their insecurity and/or ignorance.    It's typical BS in public conversation these days.

Try again.  I encourage free speech, which comes with a lot of trash, but it mostly rolls off my back anymore.   Just don't expect me to be 'soft' in my opinion, free speech cuts both ways.  Peace