I think antonymous is a perfect example of anonymity being a good thing. He and I have had a few heated discussions on these forums, and although we have yet to see eye to eye, he presents his arguments in a respectful manner. Even though he could hide under his anonymity and become hostile, he doesn't and it has led to some great discussion. I say if the two of us, being pretty much polar opposites, can co-exist under anonymity, most people should be able to.
Some people just do not have any respect though.
That is very true Mike, we have indeed had some heated discussions haha. Both sides have been represented well and haven't gone into a personal attack on each other, topics have been stuck to.