JMS, Shame on you (was Re: ATTN: JMS: Re: Off-topic from jms

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From: jbonetati at aol.com (JBONETATI)
Date: 21 Feb 2000 19:29:23 -0700
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<<You know, it's funny that we all like to say we support freedom of speech and
differing opinions until someone actually *uses* same, at which point one is
pilloried for saying such things (though on the other hand it's enlivened the
conversation a bit).>>

With all respect, JMS, I think that what people are reacting to is that
somebody as thoughtful and mindful as you are should wish the absence of
mindfulness on *anyone*.  That was my reaction, at least. To lose mental acuity
and not even know it is my greatest nightmare and I'm sure I'm not alone.

This latest post, at least illustrates why you despise him and the fact that
you are aware of his entire career as a basis for your opinion.  That makes
sense, whether or not any of us agree.  The other, I'm afraid, simply seemed
beneath you and needlessly offensive.

Jan


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From: jmsatb5 at aol.com (Jms at B5)
Date: 22 Feb 2000 01:27:54 -0700
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>With all respect, JMS, I think that what people are reacting to is that
>somebody as thoughtful and mindful as you are should wish the absence of
>mindfulness on *anyone*. 

I absolutely agree.

I want him to *remember* all the things he did -- closing down mental health
facilities and throwing old or mentally dysfunctional people into the streets
(including many with alzheimer's) so we could spend billions on corporate
welfare, including millions of bucks spent to promote the Pillsbury Dough Boy
in South America -- so that one day, right before the end, he might finally
realize how much pain he caused, and have just a flicker of regret.

Not that I hold a grudge, mind.

 jms

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