Back when I was moderating a list for local Ivy League Alumni group leaders, I had this weird interaction with a guy who sounded to me like a complete jackass. It went like this, and keep in mind “Other guy” never did ‘fess up to his name, just his email address of builder@XXXXX.com (blocked for, you know, reasons):<\/p>\n
Me<\/p>\n
\nSubject: Does anyone know Ken XXXXX of the Stanford Association of Oregon?<\/p>\n
He is requesting to join the XXXXX-leaders group.\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Other guy<\/p>\n
\nHe’s the President of SAO, jerk. Just say “Welcome, Ken”.\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Me<\/p>\n
\nWell, I’ve added Ken XXXXX, and removed builder@XXXXX.com.<\/p>\n
Thanks for the feedback.\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Other guy<\/p>\n
\narrogant functionary. we’ll meet some time. watch your back.\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Me<\/p>\n
\nNice threat. I’d report this to the police but I figure you’re a coward.\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Other guy<\/p>\n
\nCouldn’t get into med school….can’t get a good job….time to get your life together young man.<\/p>\n
Don’t ever send out an email asking a question like ‘Who is Ken XXXXX….he wants to get onto the list I manage….. you insulting little twit. Respect your elders. You might get somewhere in life.\n<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
The reason I mention this is that I found out that the guy’s name is Jay Kushner<\/a> and is running for Oregon State Representative in District 44.<\/p>\n
I’m not sure why he was on the mailing list (which is one of the reasons I removed him). I thought I’d never hear from the SOB again, but he’s running for public office. One of our State Representatives was recently convicted of meth possession after being run over by a janitor’s girlfriend in some sort of love-triangle fiasco, so I probably should avoid insulting people who may not be law-abiding citizens.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Back when I was moderating a list for local Ivy League Alumni group leaders, I had this weird interaction with a guy who sounded to me like a complete jackass. It went like this, and keep in mind “Other guy” never did ‘fess up to his name, just his email address of builder@XXXXX.com (blocked for, you know, reasons): Me Subject: Does anyone know Ken XXXXX of the Stanford Association of Oregon? He is requesting to join the XXXXX-leaders group. Other guy He’s the President of SAO, jerk. Just say “Welcome, Ken”. Me Well, I’ve added Ken XXXXX, and removed builder@XXXXX.com. Thanks for the feedback. Other guy arrogant functionary. we’ll meet … Continue reading Jackass.<\/span>