I don't see how those two statements are conflicting. He begins by saying that it is one of the (implied) multiple strengths of Clojure. He then admits that per

I don't see how those two statements are conflicting. He begins by saying that it is one of the (implied) multiple strengths of Clojure. He then admits that perhaps it is not for everyone, that Clojure has other features that may be more appealing to others.