no offence meant to anyone, least of all A1, but readers...

no offence meant to anyone, least of all A1, but readers (especially newbies who rely on other people's research and stock tips) should distinguish between facts and judgement/opinion.

I actually think A1 has better insight (not to be confused with inside knowledge) and judgement than many. but let's call a spade (judgement) a spade. yes of course where some snip bits of fact are strewn in, let's recognize that too.

I have little doubt that A1 would agree that whilst opinions are useful gauges for people and provoke/promote debate and are therefore usually appreciated by the most, it never replaces (nor should it) good honest own research.

It puts the mind at rest and increase integrity of the mind.

I think my point is clear and it should not be taken in any way as a criticism of A1 (pls keep up the posts), it's just a way to caution newbies (especially) of not DTOR.