And in discussions he could monopolize the turf, so to speak. I have heard him interviewed numerous times and he was always gracious even to those with whom he disagrees. On his book tour for God is not Great he went through the heart of the Bible Belt, at his own insistence and over the objections of his publisher and his agent. He debated at every opportunity, often more than once at a venue because of demand. His opponents gladly agreed to these unplanned extensions because of Hitch's easy-going and gracious manners.
Maybe it was the Johnny Walker that he always kept close. 
But his writing was awesome. I want to get his Thomas Paine and Jefferson books.
I always thoroughly enjoy our little colloquies here. You are a true blue pal. When we disagree, I always am looking to learn something new. Thanks for that my friend.
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