David Merkel

My Visit to the U.S. Treasury

This was originally seven pieces, and made more sense as seven individual pieces, as I wrote them at my blog.

Yes, I write late at night. I have many responsibilities, and it is my only time that I *can* write. I do my best for readers, but I make no claims for perfection.

And, though I normally like the editing done to my pieces, this one really took out critical stuff that was in the originals. I do not like what was done with my original work. The seven pieces should have been published sequentially, unmodified. You did a disservice to readers because it left out a lot of data on the interactions between me and the Treasury.

Next time I write something in parts, please, publish each part separately. You have done readers no favor by publishing one integrated account, because the separate accounts included links and references to the other seven bloggers who I got to know and appreciate.

On Primus Credit Mitigations

Thanks, James.

In Memory of Greg Newton

Greg and I corresponded a few times. He had a wealth of knowledge and contacts, and the courage to use it. We lost a leader here.

Dorel: Stable, Profitable and Terrifically Priced

I own it as well. Cheap, and seemingly well-run. The shares in Toronto are more liquid.