So I get this from the Duke U. Annual Fund
The Duke Annual Fund Highlights
It came as an e-mail but I'm giving you here the link to the same information
Here's the letter I wrote in reply
I am a three-time Duke grad. My wife is a two-time Duke grad. We will not be contributing to the Annual Fund or any other aspect of Duke because of President Richard Brodhead's disgraceful treatment of the Duke Lacrosse team and its coach.
Get back to us when Richard Brodhead is no longer President.
Sincerely,
XXXXXXX XXXXX
E '79. G. '81 '84
Here's the pablum I get in reply
Mr. XXXXXX,
Hello! Thanks for your e-mail and for your support of Duke. This has been a difficult spring for everyone affiliated with the university.
While you may not agree with his positions, I know based on my interactions with him, that President Brodhead has weighed every decision in this rapidly-evolving case with the upmost care and concern for all parties involved. He also made it clear in every public statement that the charged students are innocent until proven otherwise. I do hope you will consider judging the university's response in its entirety once this situation has come to a clearer resolution. If not, I'd be happy to code your record so that you will receive no further solicitations.
Thanks again for your e-mail and support.
Best,
Hank Woods
Just about the nonresponse response I expected. And that's "
Dr. XXXXXX" to you Hank.