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Originally Posted by Bill Ryan
Dear Friend:
Many thanks for your message. We're just looking into what happened here with that thread. Simon deleted it when he resigned as a moderator. As the originator of the thread, he's technically able to do that.
Unfortunately, he took away other people's replies as well.
It is crystal clear to me that this is unethical and irresponsible. Simon threw a tantrum. His action was immature. We do NOT know what specifically triggered this.
One does NOT delete other people's words and thoughts and feelings just because one has a personal issue in a different area (as Simon did, because he disagreed with the style of moderation that Kerry and I wanted to see: less thoughtless policing and more intelligent dialog with members, even if that was a hassle and took more time).
But while that was the general issue troubling him, Simon was suddenly greatly angered by someone or something and we do not know what it is. He is not telling.
We sympathize with anyone under stress, and who is upset, but we all have our responsibility and he will not be returning here to this forum as a moderator.
I am very sorry that this has happened. I personally apologize to all members. I do not know if the threads can be restored.
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Very best wishes, Bill
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Thanks for this reply.. We (As in all members that don't run on <blind>faith because of past experiences.) needed it (An reason for the several "Why's"..)
I am sorry for being a persistent moderator itch in the other thread, but felt as having no other choice.. My motivation is posted there.