of course respect is a two way thing. But since no one here seems to know the fact of the situation, please pay the capt respect for his experience and his RANK! He is in charge of the aircraft and he will take what ever measures necessary. He will have to answer for his actions in a hearing and then we'll all know who to blaim for this.
I'm actually scared of everyone taking the pursers side, if the captain takes a decision and you don't know the reasons/facts you just have to roll with it.