In discussion, M.McLaren said the same thing. He would much rather the pps increase at a sustainable pace. He has no control over shorts, pumpers, or bashers.
Since the whole concept of investing was originally based on financial growth, 'pump' is only natural, since it is theoretically in line with 'growth', which is what we are all here for.
That a select few should wish to 'criminalize' optimism is beyond understanding. That these same few relish the glass that is half full is also beyond comprehension, and worst yet, they even love to shove their 'smarterthanthou' misconceptions in our faces.