I've been around too long to worry about what newbies say about me. They are the ones who keep saying they don't mind paying a bit more in taxes... I've seen them come and go.
You've always called it like it is and you haven't changed in that respect, thank God for that.
As for Gonzo?
Haven't seem him around for quite some time, truth be known.
Then again reading some of the inane crap being said to you I could guess why he doesn't come around, anymore.
The place has morphed into a "Barrytown" if ever there were.
Don't drop that right, y'hear!
...this Bud's for you my friend, salute! ;^)