Posted By Rich on July 11, 2001 at 14:08:21:
In Reply to: re: Research Rich posted bycustardchuk on July 10, 2001 at 08:51:51:
[[ Is it just me who is uncomfortable with the portrayal of WRPS? ]]
Based on comments previously posted, I think it's just you. On the other hand, Yofu, posting later, might agree with you. On the other hand, I'm not sure there is a Yofu, I think it might just be f'in "you."
[[ He has given credence to theories commonly accepted as bunk ]]
I'm afraid you'll have to take Master Roshambollah to task for that, as he provided me with references to the posts by Joao V, as well as a reference to the radio bit, as well as brief descriptions of various theories as to the origins of the game. Since I distinctly noted that I could only find corroboration for the existence of jan-ken, I don't believe I've given credence to anything at all, I've simply noted that theories abound.
[[ he has challenged the integrity and motivation of WRPS members ]]
If you knew anything about Cecil Adams or The Straight Dope, you'd know that any implication that one's motivations might tend to the devious would not be a challenge, it would be a compliment.
[[ and he has has resorted to cheap journalistic cliches (READ "At the very least, it's an enjoyable read." ]]
Yes, you're right. I should have said, "I'm not even going to give you the website address, since most of the posters on the bull board are worthless losers." My mistake.
[[ I believe it was example of gutter press disguised as caring, sharing reporting. ]]
If I ever show any signs of writing articles that come within five hundred miles of "caring, sharing reporting," I hope that Cecil fires me and sends Christopher Moltisanti looking for me.
[[ Every dog has its day, Rich. ]]
I believe July 11th is National Pit Bull day. I'll be happy to show you how caring and sharing they usually are; what's your address again?
Rich