"We are each entitled to our own opinion and beliefs. My philosophy, as Moderator, is that wars will not end if both sides continue to blame the other. If the one side continues to publicly blame the other for starting it, there will never be true peace."
Cause and effect. Even the victim must forgive the assaultant to break the cycle of abuse. A focused look in this case can easily see where the cause began, but I understand that the pattern can NOW be interrupted due to fair moderation. That is what many have been waiting for and what we focused on happened, We were focused on getting a moderator to step in and create a fair playing field. POOF! SHAZAM! You're here.
People were frustrated because threads were continually being derailed. The perpetual motion of attacking can now be placed to rest and if sparks begin to fly then I am confident that you as acting sheriff will make sure no fires erupt or even smolder.