Originally Posted by
Carl Spackler
Incorrect. Here is the definition of a "scourge":
1. a person or thing that causes great trouble or suffering.
synonyms: affliction, bane, curse, plague, menace, evil, misfortune, burden.
I don't recall anyone referring to ALPA with even a tone of the words that define "scourge". The Delta MEC chairman actually used the word "scourge" when describing the DPA.
That's why I reject any characterization that states DPA leadership are the ones that use insults, lies and character assassination as a means of communicating.
If you look at the body of discussions just on APC, by supporters of both sides, and sometimes by people who are "leaders" on either side, you can get some rather colorful language. But do we really need to go there? It's probably fair for KR to address the DPA (the organizers) as a scourge, because he is argue that it does great harm. It's an accurate description of how he views the argument. I see it the same way.
On the other hand, if he thinks going on the offensive on DPA is sufficient, without articulating a better response to the others among us, those that want us to perform better within ALPA, he is kidding himself.
I hope to see more convincing words and actions on his part, in those terms.