Mark: Neither Paul nor anyone on here thus far characterized the decision as brave or courageous, even though there is a reasonable argument that it qualifies.
Paul wrote that it was a tough (as in difficult or gut wrenching) decision and you assume much to say that the decision was based on money. Of course money played a role (it always does) but if you don’t believe that other considerations, such as the safety and well being of thousands of attendees and exhibitors didn’t enter into the equation, then apparently you place a low value on human life and health.
“There is zero evidence that this year will be different. None. Nada.”
“…the organization… has succumbed to the irrational.”
Such comments are worthy of Internet Troll Hall of Fame status – they themselves are irrational. And absurd. And flat out wrong.