Except that you said right there, with "I was making a philosophical connection," that you meant to compare the two things. You absolutely freaking meant it.

And I think when you say offensive things, you actually do have to deal with the fact that people are going to be -- gasp -- offended, and get angry. So no, I'm not going to apologize and stop "being a jerk" by getting upset when you offend me. But you know, keep on keeping on with that tone argument.