It's rather stupid to work hours upon hours towards some goal you believe in while inadvertently derailing those same efforts along the way. It's like driving cross-country to see your family at Thanksgiving while ignoring the oil light flashing at you the whole way. The current ABOP controversy is a great example of politics at its finest. You may like the concept. You may hate it.
Personal attacks are bad politics.
Don't do it. Work for or against the concept of ABOP, not the people behind it. You won't be popular with those on the other side of the issue, but at least you can maintain their respect. If you have a strong opinion, voice it in print, via email, by phone. Don't cry about the outcome if you didn't participate in the process.