Derek wrote:

[this thread is getting too long so I am cutting to the part that
really interests me]
> Most anti-meat protesters would relish the chance in
> taking on a paid hack, so why not you?
>
> >> >I do it in my spare time
> >> >what they are obviously doing for money.
> >>
> >> Would it make a difference to your argument if you were
> >> arguing with a professional arguer? If not, and it shouldn't,
> >> press on.
> >
> >Are you saying that you are a meat industry shill but with better
> >vocabulary than those only engage in name calling?
>
> No, I'm a strict vegetarian on ethical grounds.

Is this true? You seem to be arguing for the meat industry shills while
telling me that you are a strict vegetarian on ethical grounds. Please
explain!

>
> >If your answer yes, it would make a huge difference!
>
> Why?

Because I have no use for meat industry shills.