I would say that all of the people that have responded have all been in a leadership position and don't like someone publically bashing someone else that has put in many, many years of volunteer service trying to improve our class association.

I(with our fleet) have worked with Paul at the H14's, H16 womens, H16 Youth, H16 open, H17's along with an Alter Cup.

He can be stubborn, almost as much as me.
We have always been able to put on a great event for the sailors even though there may have been some private spirited discussions behind closed doors.
They should stay there.