You do not know me, I am merely one of the many whom, in passing, have seen the events on StackExchange unfold and seen the turmoil that has been needlessly directed your way. I wanted to express my deepest admiration for your restraint, your candor, and strength during what must undoubtedly be a very stressful and enduring time. There is no doubt in my mind that these events have had dealt some physical toll on you, for that I feel disgusted by the actions of those in charge at StackExchange.
During these events, like many others, I have gotten a chance to read your activity on the various outlets of StackExchange in which you were involved, as well as your writings on Medium. I found an individual who was erudite, compassionate, and caring in their actions and speech. Nothing like the bigoted, insensitive monster that individuals like Yvette have sought to paint you as.
I also realize you have some concerns about many malicious actors who have used your situation to further their own agendas of malice, hate and contempt for views that they do not hold themselves. While I cannot speak on some authority of the quantity of actors that did exist who fit that criteria. I can speak and say that you are well supported by many of those within the StackExchange community who care about the community and the people within it, myself included. Many of us see the actions taken against you as another strike to the heart of the community that we all love, not because of the actual action itself taken, but the total disregard of the community as a whole. This whole thing has been a very "This is happening and YOU WILL LIKE IT" sort of affair, this saddens me, like many others.
I just wanted to express my support and admiration for you in these times. I am not Jewish, and am not very familiar with the Jewish faith, but I understand Yom Kippur is around the corner for you and based on a brief search, I believe a proper greeting is 'Chag Sameach', I think this is a safe term no? Either way, I wish to express my utmost wishes that you have a restful and happy holiday and do know, when you return, there will be plenty of people who still respect you and support you, regardless of whatever happens between you and StackExchange.
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You are an inspiration!
Date: 2019-10-10 11:22 pm (UTC)You do not know me, I am merely one of the many whom, in passing, have seen the events on StackExchange unfold and seen the turmoil that has been needlessly directed your way. I wanted to express my deepest admiration for your restraint, your candor, and strength during what must undoubtedly be a very stressful and enduring time. There is no doubt in my mind that these events have had dealt some physical toll on you, for that I feel disgusted by the actions of those in charge at StackExchange.
During these events, like many others, I have gotten a chance to read your activity on the various outlets of StackExchange in which you were involved, as well as your writings on Medium. I found an individual who was erudite, compassionate, and caring in their actions and speech. Nothing like the bigoted, insensitive monster that individuals like Yvette have sought to paint you as.
I also realize you have some concerns about many malicious actors who have used your situation to further their own agendas of malice, hate and contempt for views that they do not hold themselves. While I cannot speak on some authority of the quantity of actors that did exist who fit that criteria. I can speak and say that you are well supported by many of those within the StackExchange community who care about the community and the people within it, myself included. Many of us see the actions taken against you as another strike to the heart of the community that we all love, not because of the actual action itself taken, but the total disregard of the community as a whole. This whole thing has been a very "This is happening and YOU WILL LIKE IT" sort of affair, this saddens me, like many others.
I just wanted to express my support and admiration for you in these times. I am not Jewish, and am not very familiar with the Jewish faith, but I understand Yom Kippur is around the corner for you and based on a brief search, I believe a proper greeting is 'Chag Sameach', I think this is a safe term no? Either way, I wish to express my utmost wishes that you have a restful and happy holiday and do know, when you return, there will be plenty of people who still respect you and support you, regardless of whatever happens between you and StackExchange.
- MH