This is YOUR judgment and then putting the words in my mouth or suggesting that I judge my actions against your standard.
Your presumption is that there is some judge and jury measuring "Acceptable Behavior" and evaluating the "Ethics and Ethical behavior" of the situation.
If you object to your behavior being characterized as "acceptable and ethically correct" - well, ok. How would you describe it?
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I take the view that ethics and morals are generated by the appropriate community... Individuals can choose to carry a USCG vest and a type 4 to align with federal law and the US prescriptions but they can't hurl the moral and ethical charges at members of the class.
I don't intend to "hurl moral and ethical charges" against you (or anybody). I'm simply trying to counter the argument that it's ok to break the rules. I am truly sorry that it seems to upset you.
My view of ethics is that they are personal codes. I have mine. You have yours. My personal code of ethics includes following the racing rules. Disregarding rules that I may not like becomes a slippery slope of rationalization. Therefore, I choose to abide by this rule (and the law).
Your personal code of ethics is different. So be it.
Really, I don't care what PFD you choose. I'm not going to write you a ticket. I have no desire to protest you. Apparently, neither does anybody else. So, carry on. However,
You are breaking a rule (and the law),
You know you are breaking a rule (and the law), and
You intend to continue breaking a rule (and the law).
Just my own personal opinion, but I would not present that as the standard of "good sportsmanship". In all honesty, would you?
