tcsmpsi asked this question on 5/9/2000:
After very careful considerations, I have had to make the decision of no longer making a public presence in this forum. Hopefully, this will make it easier for the surpassing of my ratings on this site. The focus of the energy by those who feel threatened by 'high ratings' is of a negative nature, and it has become noticeable to me in my field work. One of the calls yesterday was an emergency room sexual assault of a child, and I noticed that the drain of energy from this, interferring with my being %200 of myself which is so necessary on this type call. I am not removing myself as 'expert' from this site, as I have long term commitments to some of the victims, and I always welcome sincere questions from others. There are some very distinct predjudices and unethical behavior in this forum at this time, which have come to my knowledge in more ways than one. I have done what I can about it at this time. In our international web policing agency, we have agents which are extremely adept at following trace paths on the web. I do not make unwarranted conclusions. Nor, do I ever threaten anyone.
To all of the 'experts' who have been so impeccably supportive, I thank you from the depth of my being.
Sincerely, Michael Carter
Help4U1 gave this response on 5/9/2000:
Dear Michael,
I am saddened by your decision to leave the public forum but as events have unfolded I understand your decision.
This site was designed for all people to share their knowledge, compassion and experience in helping people with specific questions that are asked.
To undermine another expert in anyway is to show disrespect not only to that person but also to the purpose of this site.
I hope that askme.com will step in and find a solution to this ever present problem so that all experts can work in a hostile free environment and concentrate on providing help to those in need.
Michael, I hope this decision will bring you peace so that you may continue to give valuable help to those that are in need.
I will wish you the very best always and I know that you will continue to shine here.
Sincerely, Laura
The average rating for this answer is 4.5.
tcsmpsi rated this answer a 5.
Thank you Laura. Please, I think maybe it would be better if you would come back to the board too. Give it a thought, huh? We need the positivity. :) Always, Michael