from Ed Ford (950827.daytime)
Mary Powers (950827) said - I want to try to explain about why Bill ( and I
think Rick) feel so strongly.....
How strongly one feels is not in question. I've known and gone round and
round with Bill Powers over the past 12 or more years. Never, ever, have I
known him to show anything but the greatest respect for my thinking, both in
what I've said and what I've written. He has challenged me many, many
times. I expect this. He has forced me to think and deal with his
concerns. He is very exacting and very demanding, but always with courtesy
and kindness. Never in the course of our many years of friendship has there
ever been even the slightest hint of criticism of me or sarcasm. Respect
for others allows for honest interaction while maintaining harmony among
friends. That's what I expect from those in the CSG. No more for now, am
leaving town for a week. Best, Ed.