of very conservative posters who love to push the "Downvote" button...seems quite juvenile and even"Passive/Aggressive" to me (I NEVER use it), and a bit cowardly. My preference is to state my objection directly to a poster that I disagree with, and moreover back up my opinion with relevant supportive facts that help to clarify the position I've taken. I consider that proper, and respectful, debating...sadly, I rarely, if ever get the same in return...such is life.
With that said, I honestly consider all the downvotes as testimony that I've made that cohort have to think more about their opinions and maybe even get a little uncomfortable with them...hopefully, inciting some reflection on their part...it's all good...and trust me...those DV's have zero effect on my posting or comfort level.