we're all hurting at the moment which does explain some of the blood-letting on here. now is not the time to turn in, and on, ourselves. whether you abide with BST, MSG, the Knights, all 3, or whomever, we need to remember what united us in the past, deal with our reality, and forge a new path, together, stronger.
i agree with the sentiment of the BST statement, which on the whole was considered and to the point. i do appreciate that legitimate questions should be asked of, and answered by BST, but, unfortunately, this, like other threads, can get blown off-course by mischief-makers and agenda-driven negative types.
and for those of you that haven't read 'tinker tailor...', it's highly recommended, as is much of le carre's best work. best to read between the lines. he would have a field day with names like tom trybull and charlie patino.
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