Strangers Come a Knocking

     Two men in suits pushed a stroller. Right away I pegged them as representatives of a religion. They knocked on doors and talked with residents. I greeted them on my front porch.
     They were Jehovah's Witnesses.
     We chatted briefly. The conversation was pleasant. They went on their way.
     Some people slam the door, or give lip, to evangelists. At least that's what I've read. It must be hard on that child in the photo to watch her father get disrespected.
     What causes some people to act rude? Here's a thought by Eric Hoffer: 'Rudeness is the weak person's imitation of strength.'