James:  Let's be a bit more careful when referring to my comments, please.  My use of the term "zealots" was (and is) a direct reference to those persons screaming for Ms. Shurtz's dismissal from the University (either self-imposed through resignation, or imposed by the Administration through termination). Are some of those persons African American?  Yes, they likely are.  Zealotry is "color blind"...and, as we've seen over our history, there are zealots of every race, gender, ethnicity, nationality and religious affiliation.  There are tall zealots, short zealots, fat zealots and thin zealots.  Please don't imply that I called anyone a zealot because of his/her race.  If I call someone a zealot, it will be based on his/her statements and actions.  I don't apologize for applying it to those who support Ms Shurtz's dismissal.  I have not "abandoned" it......not hardly, and I don't intend to do so.  Be most happy to sit down and discuss this issue w/you anytime....call me  Gary Crum