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>>>>This is a public forum, I do my best not to use
>>>>profanity or expletive, if "crass imbecile" is too
>>>>strong for you, then I apologize.
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>>Not too strong.... but what was "crass" what what I said? And where does the "imbecile" part come in? You are right -- this is a public forum. And that's why you owe me a public answer on this.

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Vin,
>I have reread that part of my post and you are correct. I feel that I owe you rather more than a public explanation - I owe you a public apology. And I offer this unreservedly. Not only was my phrasing too strong, it was also erroneous and particularly egregious! I could attempt an explanation but fear that this would smack of excuse creativity and also be lacking in merit and purpose.
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>The phrasing was, as you say, disgraceful, and also inappropriate. I hope that you believe me, when I state that character assassination is not in my nature and that this offensive post was the exception and not the norm.
>
>Seeking your forgiveness,
>Yours sincerely,
>Houston.
>PS. This response copied to all those participating in this thread.

Since I did not follow the whole thread and don't know, why you're asking an apology, there is no need to cc to me.

Anyway, best wishes in US :)