I can understand your defense. It’s admirable in the face of all of the contrary information available as a result of the internet.
But, when it is very clear that this alleged translation is performed in exactly the same manner that Joseph Smith used to scheme well-meaning people out of their money on his treasure-hunting exploits, it begs stating.
Sometimes, the truth hurts. The crucible can be a very hot and uncomfortable place.
However, on the point of who God chooses for his work, it often is beyond the understanding of those watching from the outside. Why did he chose the young man David or the child Samuel. Why did he choose a hated tax collector, Matthew. Why did he choose the hot headed “sons of thunder” John and James? Why on earth did he choose Saul, who was busy persecuting Christians? What God sees is not necessarily what the world sees.