A blanket ban would be counter-productive I fear and would expose us to all manner of criticisms. Also we cannot expect agreement all the time, especially when we sometimes have big disagreements amongst ourselves.

From the various exchanges it appears Edward is either 1) a very condescending character, or 2) someone who is overdoing the niceties in order to be accepted and therefore comes across as condescending to some?

I give Edward the benefit of the doubt until I am convinced otherwise. I also keep the third option in mind. He is a potential Shed pupating from a Hun Chrysalis.

My view is to extend tolerance in a welcoming way, but to remain vigilant for ulterior signs and motives.