PAF,
With regard to:
protyrekicker: You don't commit to anything other than rumour. I.e. you prove nothing (and don't open yourself up to libel)
li·bel·ous 
–adjective
containing, constituting, or involving a libel; maliciously defamatory.
You are quite correct. I am pleased you noticed.
I prefer the level headed, intelligent approach. Perhaps you should attempt it.