So my friend's words were not exact, but as you know, people might have thought something more severe, and then it became exaggerated into Pressure. Anyway, now I know how the story got started.
And, thanks so much more for your time, efforts and for being resourceful rather than criticize my request, or my friend. You answered my question and that was what I needed. This was important to me for my own personal reasons, and for those in Pgh. who also wanted to know. You are a good FReeper!
I have 16 friends in and around there, now each one of them will know the truth. Of course, many didn't believe the story anyway, but couldn't find a way to counter the tale spreading there (about the Pressure, I mean). But now we are all able to debunk it.
Each of those 16 people I know can tell 16 others, and so on. This is part of how the theory of "grass roots" works, isn't it? You have surely helped us all who have to face the opposition when they come up with tall tales.
Thank you for your kind words. Not everyone agrees with you...I was once given an estimate that 30% of FreeRepublic wants me dead. But I think that helping to get truthful information shared is important, whether it’s pleasant news or not.
The Ostrich Brigade and Kneejerk Battalions don’t gain us any ground, IMO. I believe Conservatism can stand on its merits, without distortion. If I didn’t believe it’s the right path, able to withstand honest scrutiny, then why should I follow it?
And why should I not help a fellow FReeper find information he might need, for whatever his personal or political reasons?
I tend to criticize those who make unsupportable claims. There are lots of those around, and I don’t criticize just for criticism’s sake, but to encourage us to remain grounded to strong true principles.
Thank you again for your words, and for restoring my faith that some still find benefit in my posts. :-)