[kj] Return of the Diva

[GREG SLAWSON]

Go to the NYC rallies!

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> On Nov 13, 2016, at 1:10 PM, Alexander Smith <vassifer at earthlink.net> wrote:
> 
> Invariably to the surprise of very few, I’m returning to the Gathering after a exceptionally shot self-imposed exile. I realized I’ve made too many great friends here, shared too many great exchanges and learned of so many great things via the Gathering that it would incredibly silly and short-sighted to just walk away from it. So, I’m coming back.
> 
> I’m not recanting anything, nor do I expect those who prompted my exit to do any recanting either. The grim reality of a Trump administration is obviously a wholly divisive topic that few feel indifferent about. It’d be great if we could simply agree to disagree on that front, but I realize that might be a utopian ideal. At the very least, I do think we’d all do better to keep the slavishly patronizing comments to a bare minimum, but — again — I realize that respect and decorum are elusive goals sometimes.
> 
> Anyway, sorry for the drama. I’m still upset, but I love the Gathering too much and still get much joy from all things Killing Joke. To cut off that avenue would just be stupid. 
> 
> To Brendan — all politics aside, I hope you and yours are alright in the wake of the earthquake.  Be safe.
> 
> Cheers and best wishes to all of you horrible condescending fuckers. 
> 
> Oh, almost forgot — The Alex in NYC brood (self, wife & two children) will be in London between December 17 and December 23.  If anyone wants to come have a pint and tell me to my FACE what a horrible jackass I am, your opportunity has arrived.
> 
> Love,
> 
> Alex in NYC
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