I appreciate your point. People hang around for a variety of reasons. I can't speak for others, but part of my business involves buying coal mines. I have met Gene and even Tarun. Been to the mine.
I played this stock during the pump last summer, made $1500 and been out since. (you can check my post for verification).
So out of professional interest, i keep an eye on Gwenco. I have always stated it is a nice little punch mine. The negative comments surround the mis-management of the mine and the overly optomistic/misleading pr's issued by Gene.
Some are still invested and are down on gene, but stick around for a final pump to recoup losses or make some money. Watching an incompetent or some believe crooked CEO is like a car accident, everyone watches.
Now, what positives do you see to have such faith?