Correct! And I'd also like to remind everyone that the Moderators,
( and I hope the rest of them don't consider ME out of line for saying this1
<g> ), realize how difficult it can be to stay exactly "on-topic" 100% of
the time, especially with a group of very passionate Delpinians like we have
here! Therefore we ALL must strive to show our respect for each other and
have tolerance for those things said that we may personally find
"politically incorrect"!
( That phrase always leaves a bad taste in my mouth...even when I
don't have to say it out-loud! <g> )
In addition to that Alan is a long time and well-respected member of
these lists since their inception, and many of us, most especially me, owe
him a great deal for his efforts to help us over some of the hurdles we've
faced. I don't say this to make him exclusive or favor him over others in
anyway, but to remind everyone that this is a community...not just a
roboticized list like so many others out there on the Web. And that alone
should be enough for all of us to be thankful for so that we needn't have to
be reminded continually or continue this thread any longer!
from Robert Meek dba Tangentals Design CCopyright 2006
"When I examine myself and my methods of thought, I come to the conclusion
that the gift of Fantasy has meant more to me then my talent for absorbing
positive knowledge!"
Albert Einstein
-----Original Message-----
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On Behalf Of Stephen Posey
Sent: Thursday, February 09, 2006 1:10 PM
To: Delphi-Talk Discussion List
Subject: Re: Management: Borland sells out...again!
George Smith wrote:
> Glenn,
>
> A "tad too political", no you should have come down just as hard on this
> Alan who had to put in his snide remarks. Why give him a pass, he should
> not have posted a political comment. Alan obviously feels he can make
> derogatory comments with impunity.
I disagree, Alan expressed a general political view without naming (much
less attacking) anyone on the list personally. Mark's comments were a
direct personal attack on Alan for his views.
> What is the difference between Alan's posting and Mark's posting.
A lot, ever hear of an "ad hominem" argument?
> Both should not have been made and both posters were out of line.
IMO, economic or political discussion not directly related to Delphi or
programming are indeed "off topic"; however I'd consider only personal
attacks to be actually "out of line".
YMMV
Stephen Posey
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