002  First response from bro. Genusa

Dear Jim,

> I am at least a little surprised that the irony of the
> situation seems to be lost on you

I wonder what it is in your mind that criticism so mentally chafes you?
Well, on second thought, no I understand, but it would be nice if you did
too. Then we could have productive conversations.

But I am not surprised you see the criticism the way you do. It is a
purely self-serving to claim that I am criticizing the pioneer writings
rather than you and J.S. It is hardly possible for you to consider it any
other way than you do because to even begin to challenge your beliefs
would require you to accept the possibility -- the remote possibility --
that your lifetime investment has been under false preconceptions. Most
men's egos won't allow that.

Your booklet proved that its possible to provide context to a quote while
presenting them in a way that misrepresents the quotes. I fully endorse
the quotes... but not YOUR ATTEMPT TO CLAIM JT OR RR WOULD BEHAVE THE WAY
YOU DO. IT IS OBVIOUS, BY THEIR HISTORY, THEY DIDN'T. But if you choose to
soothe your conscience with lies that's your responsibility.

Thank you for writing again.

stephen