I only check this site about every 7-10 days, since very little, or nothing, that is new and useful shows up very often. I am amused and often appalled by the petty and childish prattling that goes on. But now??? For shame.

Banning no-bear is an absurdity. I have learned to skip many people's posting, realizing that they have little to say that is of value. I never skipped posting by the Bear. He has been a knowledgeable source of useful facts and information, an of an occasional opinion, which is so identified and well thought out. He is a competent pro.

We need him back.

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