Originally Posted by
init4fun
RG , I agree on both counts , the thread derailment and the soft language of the word "should" . It would be fine with me to see "shall" or even the more blunt "must" replace "should" ....
Exact, purposeful wording can indeed make a subtle difference in the perception of meaning. Nothing wrong with making things perfectly clear. To some extent, I think it may be a generational thing. You "should" follow the law. When I was younger that told me that it was mandatory but these days everything is considered to be just a suggestion unless there is some threat of punitive action.