The first bit about Knowledge being his so you better kiss his masterly ass is part of his basic schtick.

The second bit seems to me to be about how scared he was feeling about being exposed and a reaction to that.  2000 is the year I exited too - after reading EPO.

So yes, here we are 24 years later.  I will admit I am rocked by what's coming out now and I don't think I've entirely taken it on board yet but I do feel it's definitely in the better out than in category.  Thanks to Shana, Hans and all, I think it's a good thing you are doing and hope you stay safe.