I've thought a bit about how to say this.
At first, I thought I'd say I was throwing in the towel.
But that might denote defeat, and this is in no way about feeling or being defeated.
I just don't enjoy the blog format at all, to be honest. So I've decided to retire as a Warrior-Poet.
I chose the title of this post to be a tip of the hat to one of my broadcasting role models - Edward R. Murrow. If you've seen the film of the same name, you'll know that was his sign-off. I'm not purporting to be anywhere near his calibre, but I'd like to strive in that direction. If you've gotten the chance to read anything about him (the movie doesn't really provide an accurate portrait in some aspects), you'll know he wasn't beholden to any interest group, party, or ideology other than his own - which was basically to tell everyone what he would like to know himself. I hope that I accomplished that somewhat as a Warrior-Poet.
I'd like to leave ya'll with this quote, from Roman Emperor and Stoic philosopher Marcus Aurelius:
"If it is not right do not do it; if it is not true do not say it."
2 comments:
RWL,
I think I speak for all of us when I say that we'll miss you here.
And of course, your departure takes away any semblance of fairness/balance. You were the anti-Colmes to our collective anti-Hannity. (And being the anti-Colmes, you were of course much better looking.)
If ever you decide to return, we will welcome you back with open arms.
Sincerely,
Wolverine
RWL,
I am sad. And entirely serious that I'ma miss you. Therefore, you should still throw in a random post here and there.
Thanks for your fighting for truthiness in iambic pentameter!
J-Mad
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