[Flotsam_Jetsome]

"I have just noticed yesterday that bushpilot1 has been zotted, and I am at a loss as to explain why. If I read him correctly, he is pointing out what was common knowledge in 1787. Many of the founders were racists.

Well Duh.

"That someone should be zotted for pointing out that (some of) the founders were racist indicates an excessive sensitivity to the issue in my opinion."

That was my thought as well. Apparently the moderator felt differently, or took the default safe position that it would be better to forgo giving the benefit of the doubt and instead zot a six-year member rather than take the risk that FR would appear to be somehow "tolerant" of "racism".

[DiogenesLamp]

I have only been here (officially, lurker for several years) for slightly less than a year. Is there an appeal process? I think Bushpilot1 got a raw deal.

If I understand correctly, he was a Vietnam Era Helicopter Pilot who served in combat. He deserves more consideration.

[Fantasywriter]

Thanks for the ping, F_J. It’s not the same w’out bushpilot1. He was a good friend, and did not have a racist bone in his body. He was zotted for less than stellar communication skills. [I.e.: he tried to make a historical point, but didn’t phrase it correctly.] It’s a shame. I miss him A Lot.