Attitudes towards men having beards have changed over the years - what are your thoughts?
They do seem more popular in recent years; however, it is probably due to the media having more 'rugged' characters in place of the clean cut image. Are you pro-beard?
I don't know - I guess it depends - because some of them definitely make the man look more savage, uncivilized and even gives some of them a dangerous demeanor.
Do you think they look savage because of the beard itself or because they don't properly maintain it? 
I guess it is the fact of whether or not they take care of it - some religions require it though, so those guys just don't have a choice.
That's true, and I bet it is a hassle to maintain and keep looking nice. 
It's so interesting the different thoughts on them - some even view it as portraying wisdom, strength, sexual prowess and high social status.
It is interesting, especially since the opinions on them vary widely based on where you live. Some countries in Asia find them to be very disgusting.