Re: [tied] Re: [pieml] IE: likely home, India

Well said.

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From: "michael_donne" <michael_donne@...>
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Subject: [tied] Re: [pieml] IE: likely home, India


> In response to those who wish that this kind of discussion would just
> go away, I would like to express my appreciation for those of you who
> have taken the time to give an in-depth refutation to Misra.
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> Like myself, most of the members of these internet groups lurk
> quietly in the background hoping to learn more about the subjects
> being discussed by the experts. When a controversial idea is dimissed
> out of hand, it actually gives it longer life among those who are not
> fully conversant with its weaknesses. When it is something that is
> crucial to the rapidly evolving self-concept of the vast population
> of India, it is especially worthwhile clarifying any
> misunderstandings.
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> Besides, I have found that regardless of the validity of the idea
> being discussed, the discussion itself always teaches me a great deal
> about linguistics (or whatever.)
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> My thanks for the illuminating responses to one of the most
> controversial questions in linguistics today (at least among us
> laymen.)
>
> Michael Donne, PhD
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