We each must take responsibility for our actions and if one continues to represent someone who (privately) we have stated that we disagree with their position on a particular matter, yet publicly we continue to praise their actions... that is called being a hypocrite. I personally cannot stand by as someone I know reveals themselves to be a hypocrite. I confront that person no matter how good a friend they are. To me that is what friendship demands. Honesty... and just not allowing them to get away with BS. I also expect that from my friends.

As for Mr Whittaker, I don't know him nor do I care to. If, from what I have seen here, he has said certain things that show disagreement with m and yet he continues to publicly defend m... then I could not respect that person. If he also has taken positions against those that have spoken honestly about their time with m or k... and denigrates these folks... how could anyone have respect for that??

As for meeting up with m.... I must smile at your attitude. While I appreciate your courtesy and politeness... I could not myself be so flippant.

Recently I was contacted by a well known (in The USA) right wing radio talk show republican's assistant and asked to provide a service to him... I could not in good consciounce (spell check please) offer neither my time nor my service to this arrogant blowhard. I know many that may feel that I blew an opportunity to perhaps 'enlighten' this person of their mistaken opinions...or taken the approach that his money is as good as someone else's, but I prefer to offer my services to those I choose. I stand by my principles and could not tolerate myself if I were to be with this person and not loudly protest their ignorance. I could not idly stay quiet and pretend that this person doesn't make me want to puke!

I for one, try to stay true to myself. Sure I missed out on some income... but I sleep well at night.

I am reminded of Hortence the Elephant.... "I meant what I said, and I said what I meant.... and elephant faithful .... 100 percent".