Re: English 101

[Devin Phatak <devin@phatak.com>]

I second that, let's move on folks. =)

Greg Coe wrote:

> The issue is dead.  I made a simple point, and I clearly admitted I was
> wrong to single Ian out.  But I felt it needed to be said.  When did this
> turn into English 101? Ian himself admitted he was frustrated that no one
> knew what he was talking about.  All I was asking for was a clear, concise
> question, so that we could all offer him some help.  Some people supported
> me, some did not.  Let's move on.
>
> Greg
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: <brewtail@mediaone.net>
> To: <jettaglx@igtc.com>
> Sent: Friday, July 23, 1999 2:34 PM
> Subject: English 101
>
> > I am not going to take side with this issue. I would however, like to
> > pose a few questions to Greg. Even though you were "man enough to
> > apologize" does that lessen the sting that Ian may have felt? Does your
> > post seem sincere or just defensive? I agree with you that one should
> > speak and write in a manner that reflects good form, but you should also
> > give someone the benefit of the doubt. We do not know the circumstances
> > involved. If you chose not to reply to someone because of their diction
> > or grammar, that is your right, but chastising them in a public forum
> > such as this is in very poor taste. One who gives the impression of
> > being educated should know that.
> > Ian should have taken the time to be more clear and concise but he
> > doesn't deserve the verbal abuse.
> > BTW I didn't understand what he meant but I would still try to help.
> > This is just my opinion.
> >

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