Persevero has been a conservative FReeper in my experience. (S)he has a second-hand connection to Bob Bergdahl. Bob’s first-hand connections are likely in denial and defending his actions while the rest of us see Bob for what he is.
This is not unusual. Persevero wants to believe his/her friends and give them the benefit of the doubt. Let’s see what transpires. I’m not ready to condemn Persevero.
I am slow to reach conclusions myself sometimes when I am closer to the issue than others. No harm done yet.
Will wait.................