I don't understand why you would take your name off of a list that espouses something you believe in because of the actions of a few people on that list. The meaning and value of the list are the same. You don't have to endorse the actions of everyone on that list. I find it similar to the stated intentions of Mr. Scott to destroy rare and valuable casino chips because 1 person broke his store window. He has every right to be upset, but why destroy irreplacable artifacts? The action taken in response, in both cases, does not really solve anything. I am not saying that you are wrong to speak out against tactics you dislike, but I doubt your action will help anything. Nor do I believe you are in any way responsible as a signer of the pledge for the actions of Mr. Spragg, the rock thrower or anyone else who acts against people who endorse slabbing.
JMHO.
Michael Siskin
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