Why I won’t be attending Systems We Love
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"Have you ever kissed a girl?" was a jerk move, there's no doubt. He's apologized for that. On the other hand, Cantrill has not (to my knowledge) posted any long collective denunciations of another human being on the public Internet. Butter, no doubt, wouldn't melt in OP's mouth.
I sometimes wonder if anyone these days has any idea why it isn't illegal (or at least tortious) to be an asshole. If there's someone you know, even someone you work with, who's an asshole, why can't you get them arrested? Or at least sue them? "Your honor, we believe the record will more than amply reflect the reality that defendant is a total dick."
This post seems narrowly focused on not attending an event he is putting on. Surely you are aware that many people, like yourself, have no problem with Bryan's behavior and will ensure this event is well attended regardless.
I don't understand how giving people information they can use to decide whether to attend an event is "purging" a human being.
P.S. I'm having a hard time parsing the sarcasm in your post. Is there a reason you don't want to state your opinion on the matter directly?
What's wrong with that? There are plenty of universities. No one is being required to attend or work at Cal.
On the other hand, if you don't want to go, simply don't go.
Why is there a need to shout out decisions? HEYYYY, I'm not going to the Safeway, the CASHIER looked at me CROSS-EYED!!! Ok, fine, go to another grocer. Do I have to tell everyone of my choice?