Max Hardcore - Hero or Zero ?

[softball]

He was a ticking time bomb and a fool. I agree with Gonzo on the Al Capone comparison. I think we are discussing a principle not a specific conviction. In that light, I think his conviction has nothing to do with free speech or the right to make pornography. Every society has a right to protect itself from that which it feels is harmful. That might not be a popular thought around here, but it works for me. I am sure a lot of people were outraged by Capone falling on a tax beef, but who cares really? I think in the United States there is a majority (silent?) who protect free speech and there is a vocal minority who want to throttle it and a minority of those who want to push the limits. I know that I have the right to do what I do because other pushed that envelope before me and I acknowledge their contribution to my well being. But on the other hand I have to go with my heart and that says Max is poison and bad for business.