From: Al and Masha Sten-Clanton 
Subject: Re: Jamal was voted in
Hi, Barbara!
As one who claims Jamal among his closest friends, I thank you very much
for your words of support for him, as does Masha.  It did indeed take
courage for him to rejoin, particularly since the decision of the board
placed special conditions that I had hoped would not be present.
Indeed, let us bury all of the past that we can and create new love and
good will.  Let us also, however, ensure that any similar problem in the
future will be handled differently:  an appeal from a disciplinary
decision of the board should be a matter of right.  Thanks for listening,
and again, for your welcoming words for Jamal.
Al
Hi, Barbara!  I would add only that the way in which Jamal sought
re-admission, including the special conditions which he was willing to
accept, speak eloquently of his commitment to the Federation and the
philosophy for which it stands.  During our meeting over Memorial Day
weekend, I was extremely moved by the dignity with which both Jamal and
President Maurer handled what could have been a very tense situation.
Thanks for your message of support.
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