okay, i've just about had it. when a poster accuses a u.s. senator of "trolling for mojo" (like that senator gives a damn about having his comment or diary "recommended"... is just too much for me at this point and time.
i'm done posting until dk4 is up and running. i am not willing to put myself through the annoyance and total frustration of dealing with flame wars, meta mulch and nonsensical hysterical reactions that have to be retracted or walked back every few days.
i wanted to thank kos for bringing the new format on site quickly - and until then, i'm going to go play in that pond to get the best feel for negotiating and making it work to the best end.
more below.