Trunkmonk,
If a person has never stated they are short a stock, or has never stated they have been paid to either promote or "bash" a stock, it is my belief that their "intent" is to discuss the stock, with on-topic information that is factual, provable, and, if opinionated, stated as such in a way that is clear to all who read it. I am dealing with the posts on this board, by posters when they are on this board. That is the role as moderator. To attack another poster, to attempt to harass him/her as to their duties outside of this board, is not the purpose here, and doesn't aid in validating your own information flow, which until recently was very much on topic. There are some that may debate the "intent" or "personality" behind many who post on this particular board. I hope to keep personality aside and keep discourse flowing.
Happy trading to all!
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