ARTHUR ENGORON Dear Wheatley Wildcats and Other Interested Persons, Welcome to The Wheatley School Alumni Association Newsletter # 92. According to Substack, in the first 24 hours after publication Newsletter # 91 was viewed 3,485 times and was “liked” six times.
I agree with my old friend Tim Boland. I also think that the many attacks on Jay Cummins were pompous and condescending and don't belong in a forum of complex issues. Nearly 50% of the country and 5% of Wheatley alumni believe in much of what Jay writes. And, if I remember correctly, Jay had a very smooth jump shot. Of note ....most of the founders were on Jay's side of this issue (though it didn't work out well for Hamilton).
I agree, for the most part, with my old friend Tim Boland. There are appropriate spaces for political commentary but the main body of this newsletter is not one of them. Maybe a separate section for a forum would be more appropriate. I thought the many attacks on Jay Cummings were unnecessarily mean and condescending. These subjects are way too complex for a paragraph or two. I agree with many of Jay's opinions as do probably half the country and at least 5% of Wheatley alumni. Washington, Madison, Jefferson, Hamilton would be on Jay's side regarding the 2nd amendment (although it didn't work out well for Hamilton). Jay'
Hi Art, I respect your position regarding censorship, but I'm one of those voting for keeping politics out of our newsletter. There are so many ways that we're exposed to strong, and often vitriolic, opinions. Until now we could look forward to congenial and respectful information about our classmates and brief respite from the barrage of political insanity so prevalent now. It's too bad that has evaporated recently.
As always, a great newsletter. Providing a place for Wheatley grads to share memories, updates, life stories, and other news and comments is such a special gift, Art and Keith, sustaining, and in some cases perhaps reawakening, bonds made long ago. Thanks very much for the time and effort you put in; it is meaningful and appreciated.
Hi Art, I too totally agree with James Paley (1964) and also I too I will resist commenting on the outlandish assertions of others !
I agree with my old friend Tim Boland. I also think that the many attacks on Jay Cummins were pompous and condescending and don't belong in a forum of complex issues. Nearly 50% of the country and 5% of Wheatley alumni believe in much of what Jay writes. And, if I remember correctly, Jay had a very smooth jump shot. Of note ....most of the founders were on Jay's side of this issue (though it didn't work out well for Hamilton).
Hi Art,
I agree, for the most part, with my old friend Tim Boland. There are appropriate spaces for political commentary but the main body of this newsletter is not one of them. Maybe a separate section for a forum would be more appropriate. I thought the many attacks on Jay Cummings were unnecessarily mean and condescending. These subjects are way too complex for a paragraph or two. I agree with many of Jay's opinions as do probably half the country and at least 5% of Wheatley alumni. Washington, Madison, Jefferson, Hamilton would be on Jay's side regarding the 2nd amendment (although it didn't work out well for Hamilton). Jay'
John Cilmi Jan 25
Hi Art, I respect your position regarding censorship, but I'm one of those voting for keeping politics out of our newsletter. There are so many ways that we're exposed to strong, and often vitriolic, opinions. Until now we could look forward to congenial and respectful information about our classmates and brief respite from the barrage of political insanity so prevalent now. It's too bad that has evaporated recently.
As always, a great newsletter. Providing a place for Wheatley grads to share memories, updates, life stories, and other news and comments is such a special gift, Art and Keith, sustaining, and in some cases perhaps reawakening, bonds made long ago. Thanks very much for the time and effort you put in; it is meaningful and appreciated.
Nice job. I enjoy reading about the school. Tracey Lanthier class of 1959.