d significantly of late (IMHO).
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&gt; JA: I request that you present reasoned arguments for your so 
&gt; far completely
&gt;     bald objections to the pertinence, the quality, and the 
&gt; rationality of
&gt;     my current contributions, or else cease to assert them.
&gt; 
&gt; JS: I don't question the quality or rationality of your postings.
&gt;     I have explained why they are pertinent.
&gt; 
&gt; JA: With respect to procedural issues, the role of research, 
&gt; a reasonable timeline
&gt;    