DF - of course I'll take your word about things in France; some of your shining lights did just give first prize to Michael Moore's latest fakeumentary. We get just as much smoke blown in our faces here (but only figuratively - it's illegal to smoke indoors in most places). I think the difference here is that it's also easier to get fresh air. Enough of the old FYYSBY spirit remains, and it's easier for it to find an outlet despite campus speech codes, school indoctrinaires, and professional busybodies and killjoys. Make it over to Crappy New Jerseyâ„¢ and lunch is on me.
Mr. A - I still have two living relatives who served in the Armed Forces during the war. I will pass on your regards and your thanks.