[UCANSEE2]

Actually, at the time, a few bought it, it seemed very possible.

I believe Nagin reported this as well, because he heard from the same source, and had every reason to believe it was very possible.

Many Freepers asked for, waited for, confirmation.

There were multiple sources after a while, and it's credibility rating was up there. Still, many said without first hand proof, they would wait to see.

I would say we did above average on dealing with this aspect of internet knowledge sharing.

[andyk]

Still, many said without first hand proof, they would wait to see.

My dilemma was that hearing the mayor say it, I thought we had first hand proof. I just can't imagine elected officials making such outlandish claims without having verified them. Well, now I can.