Quote Originally Posted by Pindar
Tolerance of strained or hostile positions can and does exist. It occurs on a societal level mediated by law. Two simple examples: the porn industry and Christian mores, the K.K.K. and the N.A.A.C.P.


(Contrary to the designs of the original post I don't believe examples are outside the bounds of theoretical discussion. On the contrary, examples give clarity and focus to theorectcal fare. This is why I gave the illustrations).
Yes. It is necessary to make a difference between tolerance and respect.

It is possible to tolerate other’s attitude, way of life, beliefs without respecting them and even while hating and despising them.

Tolerance is the base of individual freedom, the right to do what one wants to do as long as it does not arm others and to accept others individuals choices whatever one might think of them.

That's what the law is made for.