Beyond a certain minimum of respect we would do well to accord to everyone,
whatever respect lies beyond that, is earned by the deeds of each individual.
I know very little about you, and do not presume to.
I observe what I see.
I crow about it.
Please feel free to not respond to me.
That is certainly one way of achieving the appearance of peace.
Respond if you must, and say what you like.
But be aware, I will not engage in conflict.
If that is your aim, you might wish to take aim at a more likely target.
But you were absolutely right about one thing:
Pot can kill. You said it better than anyone.