I’m glad I posted this question because it gave some great insight as far as the thought process of the general cyclist, and the varied opinions as well. For a while there it was like The Twilight Zone episode “The Monsters Are Due On Maple Street”. Thankfully it didn’t turn violent!
It sounds like the bottom line is, it depends on each particular circumstance, and check your local laws. There is no clear cut blanket statement that would cover everything. At least that’s what I’m getting from it. Thanks all! Continue discussing if you have more to add.
Mike