Didn't agree with a lot of what you said, Mr. Cole. Accused you of being a shill for crooked government more than once. Argued against some things you argued for. Thought to myself, more than once, "who IS this moron??!"

However.

I always read your entire column, before saying anything. Tried to be fair when responding. Gave you room to speak your piece and tried not to get personal or ugly. And there were some columns from you that I honestly enjoyed. There were a few times where your commentary set my hair on fire, but I was willing you let you drag up your soapbox and sound off. I have fobbed off a few insults towards you, but I respected your voice, and your right TO that voice, in our community.  I may not have agreed with what you said many times, but I'd fight to the death to defend your right to say it. So I will wish you good fortune.

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