Sparks, Flames, & Fire

[H2O Man]

28. Thank you!

It's funny: a person could ask intelligent, rational questions about boxing's dark side. There surely is one. There aren't many people more familiar with those issues than me, and I'm certainly willing to discuss them honestly with any sincere person. But that nasty little emotional outburst that you responded to, precludes the possibility of an intelligent, rational conversation.

The social-political arena also has a dark side. By no coincidence, the sport that has been most influential in socio-political issues in American history is, of course, boxing. I am not "ashamed" of my participation in either field of human activity -- far from it. In fact, I think that the self-discipline needed in boxing has been helpful in allowing me to navigate in social-political worlds.

Again, thank you.