> Personally, I don't think "well I'm comfortable, so it's okay" would be an acceptable response. In response to this? -> > we became aware that based on priv

> Personally, I don't think "well I'm comfortable, so it's okay" would be an acceptable response. In response to this? -> > we became aware that based on private feedback - not simply the dialogue on Twitter - that his presence would make some speakers uncomfortable to the point where they refused to attend or speak. I find that not just acceptable, but fitting.. I mean, what more could you say in response to some unnamed person having unnamed concerns? > Conferences are about bringing people together. We hope the community can accept our apology and move forward This is just a bunch of doublespeak, directing it all into the memory hole after not addressing anything seriously. If I was part of that community, my response would be a resounding "No, that's neither thorough nor adult enough. What else other than this squishy foam do you have to offer?".