Hey Bob!
I want, firstly, and most importantly, to thank you again for being the type of person who is willing to share his thoughts, and enter into discussion with others – particularly given that you knew that discussion wasn’t going to be easy. It’s a real shame there aren’t more people willing to do that in the advocacy community. Perhaps we’d be doing a little better on a global scale of educating and speaking with non-vegans if more people were willing to discuss the important issues that affect our advocacy!
I’ve listened to the podcast we recorded last week a number of times now, and, although I do still feel an obligation to publish the podcast, I’m not able to find a reason, other than that, to do so. I’m concerned that, given the discussion developed into an unpleasant and, at times, nasty and rude discussion, publishing it would be detrimental to the goals and mission of ARZone, and would be of no use to the advocates we are trying to reach.
I think that both you and Tim have given the issues concerning our relations with other animals considerable thought, and it’s a great shame that we weren’t able to come away with something that was appropriate to be published, and that could be helpful to others. The discussion about the HSUS is something I think needs to be had, and if you’re ever interested in having that discussion again, I would love to be part of it! It’s been suggested that we should try again in a more formal style with you and Tim. If you’re interested, please let me know.
If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate in letting me know, Bob!
Thanks again for being willing to enter into dialogue about these important issues!
