Should Patch Commenters Have Anonymity?

From news organizations to social media sites and blogs, forums and comments on the Internet are everywhere. Anyone with access to the world wide web can say what they want about whatever they like (or dislike) whenever the mood strikes.

Recently, the Daily Record newspaper's online platform switched over to a Facebook-style of comments, trying to "improve the environment for conversation" and reduce anonymity, the company said.

So, Long Valley Patch wants to know what you think about the situation, and if you feel Patch should follow suit. Or, is it the ability to be anonymous that draws you to Patch's sites?

Be sure to vote in our poll, and express your opinion in the comments section below–anonymously or not.