[NEohioPAL] answering criticism of the administration of Neohiopal in regard to "KJK Legal Defense Fund"

[Fred Sternfeld]

*Dear List,*
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*There has been some recent controversy surrounding the posting of a
solicitation from a list member seeking funds for the "Kevin Joseph Kelly
Legal Defense Fund." *
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*Several of the postings criticized this list for "endorsing" this
activity. I have also received several private emails expressing similar
concerns.*
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*This disclaimer appears as a footer on every message that goes out on
Neohiopal, and has for the last 11 years:*

*"Disclaimer: The facts and/or opinions expressed in this message are
solely those of the person in the 'from' or 'reply-to' header. The fact
that this message is posted should in no way be taken as an endorsement by
the administrator of this list. Subscribers should perform due diligence
for all goods, services and activities promoted on NEohioPAL."*
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*The posting in question does make the statement "**Obviously the people in
this group already support Kevin, and want to help him in any way
possible." This statement either refers back to the subject line -
"If you are friends with Kevin Joseph Kelly or have worked with him, please
read this email" or is a direct reference to the Neohiopal group, owner or
administrators. Others can debate that point.*

*Neohiopal doesn't endorse. It is a conduit for information - nothing more,
nothing less.*

*If additional postings are sent by supporters of Mr. Kelly, the
phraseology should be changed by the sender to something like **"For those
in support of Kevin, here is a way to help him...."** *
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*For those who filed the charges against Mr. Kelly, they are free to use
this list to gather support - either emotional or financial.*
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*Neohiopal is intended to be an open forum, with people allowed to express
all sides of issues and to be a broad communication channel for the
performing arts community. The request for support from all parties in this
legal matter is a valid topic.*
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*I hope that answers everyone's questions and concerns. *


-- 
Fred Sternfeld
Neohiopal Ltd. Owner and Administrator

fredsternfeld at neohiopal.org
http://www.fredsternfeld.com/neohiopal.htm
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