Just got the chance to read the apology and the other letter. My first impression when I found out that the editor was a young lady was shock to be honest. She sounds very sincere in her apology which I'm glad to see. So many times when someone offends someone publicly and then apologizes, you know that it isn't sincere and that the only reason they are doing it is because they feel obligated to do so. I'm sure anyone who reads my post knows that I am a believer in speaking your mind.
That being said, I must also address something else. I have to question why anyone would stay somewhere that you can easily leave if you feel you are being bullied or unwanted. I belong to several Rock N Roll boards for various groups and have never felt that way but am pretty sure that if I did, I'd be gone in a flash. I love these bands and wish to DISCUSS them with anyone who will, I will also debate with anyone who might not agree with me but I'm sure I wouldn't be bullied and stick around. I read pretty much every word on this board and can honestly say, I have never seen anyone bullied or forced off this board for just debating a topic or speaking their mind. I do, however, feel there are those who like to "stir the pot" and just try to get a rise out of other members or administrators and again have to ask myself why? It saddens me when I see any topic turn ugly for no apparent reason other than someone trying to stir up trouble with no regards to someone else's feelings. I have little tolerance for those who purposely say and do things with no other motivation than to hurt someone or stir up controversy. So I guess my advice to anyone who thinks this board is "small" and they are just being bullied, you should probably seek entertainment elsewhere.
This is coming from an Indiana girl who is proud of her state!