> which is obviously nonsense. I think I've observed enough of this sentiment over the years, from some very smart and successful people, to come to the conclu

> which is obviously nonsense. I think I've observed enough of this sentiment over the years, from some very smart and successful people, to come to the conclusion that, if it is nonsense, it is non-obvious. > I never diminish anyone Perhaps you never _intend_ to diminish anyone, but to some, your statements may reasonably appear to be diminishing some cohort.