I wonder what Jim Thorpe's mandate is?
Does he represent the interest of PPL/IR or does he represent himself? I assume the former unless he was co-opted as a self proclaimed expert.
If he represents PPL/IR is it the case that the membership supports his position and if they do how have they signified they do? If they dont they should instruct him accordingly.
I ask because I always find it very odd when it would seem someone is so out of tune with those they represent.
I think it is important that the associaiton with PPL/IR is clear (if it exists). Its very easy for such organisations to disassociate themselves from an individual who is there with their mandate. If PPL/IR agree with Jim's stance they should have the guts to say so and be damned (or not).
(Forgive me if PPL/IR and their members have / have not already proclaimed their support for Jim - I dont know the answer which is why I am asking)