I didn't call him an abuser numbnuts. I said hitting is abusive behavior. I've also pointed out several times that I draw the distinctions I do because while I disagree I understand how spanking being socially acceptable reshapes the issue to a degree.

Clearly you're interest here is in defending your pal at any cost, which is in most cases admirable, but I see no real reason to pretend we're attempting discourse.

I get it, your pal can do no wrong and I'm a big asshole.

I can live with that, and am at this point done with you.