07-01-2011, 10:30 PM
David,
I just don't get it. When I read these posts--and I haven't read a lot lately, having
lulled into the belief that this exchange had largely run its course--I find Robert to
be far more professional and appropriate than most of his critics. He is advancing
lots of arguments and evidence and not trading in ad hominems and insults, which
cannot be said of many of his critics, some of whom have disappointed me greatly.
And for someone like DiEugeino, who understands neither the medical evidence nor
the photographic and film, to strut around as though he is the "vet" and Morrow is
the "newbie" just doesn't cut it for me. Robert Morrow and Phillip Nelson have been
exemplary, in my opinion, while those attacking them have not. No doubt, I've made
my own contributions toward incivility here, but this has not been a positive exchange.
If your reference to "The Swamp" is meant to denigrate the EF, I must say that the
experience I have had here on this thread has caused me more anguish and concern
than any I have endured on any thread in my life of exchange as a member of any
forum. The veneer that DPF used to possess as a venue for the civilized exchange of
diverse opinions has been permanently tarnished. It was only a veneer, sad to say.
There are many good people here and some of you have been thoughtful in response
to what Phil and Robert and I have had to say. I don't think any of the three of us or
others who may have initially spoken in support of Lyndon's pivotal role in the killing
of JFK were over the edge, although I tend to respond in kind when I am attacked. I
stand with Robert and with Phil, just in case there is any doubt. I admire them both.
Jim
I just don't get it. When I read these posts--and I haven't read a lot lately, having
lulled into the belief that this exchange had largely run its course--I find Robert to
be far more professional and appropriate than most of his critics. He is advancing
lots of arguments and evidence and not trading in ad hominems and insults, which
cannot be said of many of his critics, some of whom have disappointed me greatly.
And for someone like DiEugeino, who understands neither the medical evidence nor
the photographic and film, to strut around as though he is the "vet" and Morrow is
the "newbie" just doesn't cut it for me. Robert Morrow and Phillip Nelson have been
exemplary, in my opinion, while those attacking them have not. No doubt, I've made
my own contributions toward incivility here, but this has not been a positive exchange.
If your reference to "The Swamp" is meant to denigrate the EF, I must say that the
experience I have had here on this thread has caused me more anguish and concern
than any I have endured on any thread in my life of exchange as a member of any
forum. The veneer that DPF used to possess as a venue for the civilized exchange of
diverse opinions has been permanently tarnished. It was only a veneer, sad to say.
There are many good people here and some of you have been thoughtful in response
to what Phil and Robert and I have had to say. I don't think any of the three of us or
others who may have initially spoken in support of Lyndon's pivotal role in the killing
of JFK were over the edge, although I tend to respond in kind when I am attacked. I
stand with Robert and with Phil, just in case there is any doubt. I admire them both.
Jim
David Guyatt Wrote:Robert, I believe the other post you made at the EF stated this:
Quote:Again, don't worry about me. I specialize in vicious, nasty - but fact based - personal attacks and vituperation. So if you catch me on an unmoderated board, that is a very dangerous place to engage me. Because that is when the brass knuckles, nunchucks, and baseball bats come out.Obnoxious and undisciplined guy at the DPF and fart bubbles?
When it comes to nasty, below the belt, vicious, relentless and no-holds-barred internet warfare, there is NO ONE better than me. You have no idea how many internet bullies and punks I have laid to waste. I don't start the fight and personal attacks, but I damn sure finish them.
That obnoxious (and very undisciplined) guy over at DPF? Nothing. I could eat him for breakfast and burp him out as a fart bubble.
A self appraisal perhaps?
Anyway, joshing aside, I believe you'll enjoy your time at the Swamp. There will be some genuine friendships made there.
Shared values and all that.
Have fun.
And as an old martial artist instructor myself, it is always wise to remember that nunchaku's often behave badly in the hands of the poorly instructed. They have a way of hitting the one wielding them. It's to do with a lack of control, overuse of energy, and an improper balance -physical and mental.
Bruisers become the bruised.
But then I suspect you already know that.