...I think we are far from the need for moderation...

Quite the contrary. I think moderation is sadly missing from this entire thread. While I must admit to not having read every posting to the detail I should, what I have seen appears to be a shouting match between nearly opposite viewpoints. What good debate and factual discussion is lost to me, not wanting to wade into the trash talking and hurled refuse. Everyone is entitled to their opinion, based on their perspectives and experiences.

If you were referring to the other kind of moderation (as in BBS / thread control), I practice that myself with what threads I read, skim or ignore. However I agree with Tom that is starting to get a little out of hand.