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Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind
Steve Crist did this eloquently last week in the DRF. Anything else would be redundant.
The simple fact is that the author of this piece has absolutely no idea whatsoever about what he's talking about. It reminds me of the old Seinfeld episode when George is in a book club and has to read " Breakfast at Tiffanys. " Because he's lazy he watches the movie.....and doesn't realize the main character is gay.
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I echo Rudeboyelvis in that most people don't read the DRF. I had the same thought- if you or Chuck, or anyone who has an actual grasp on the situation could take time to write a retort, even as a letter to the editor, it would be a good thing. I don't claim to fully understand the situation (other than noticing every anti-NYRA article doesn't ever mention the management has changed) and I can see how an average reader would think, "Well, if the city isn't getting any $$ from the OTBs, why should the city be expected to kick in any $$ to keep them running?
I know you guys are busy, but if you have the time, it would be great if someone who understands the situation could write a retort. Opinion is just that, opinion, and I don't expect an unbiased editorial. But it should be backed up with facts, and if it isn't, the author should be held accountable. The last thing the Times needs is to have an editorial page like the WSJ's.
And that was a hilarious Seinfeld. I'd forgotten about it.