Just an observation. It always seems to be the case that these threads start off as innocent reminiscences, and end up airing the same old grievances against people who aren't around to tell their side of the story, whether through choice or otherwise.
Anyway, I enjoy a good enflouncement as much as the next woman. Indeed I regard myself as something of a connoisseur. But on the whole the place has always been better served by having a broad range of viewpoints and characters, keeping control-freakery to a minimum, and recognising when people (whatever their politics) are acting in bad faith.
Anyway, the confusion and misinformation in this thread is hilarious, so do carry on...