The same model is used for startup funding.

Perhaps, but this starfucker got passed off to the roadies. Happens all the time. The pride is a bit misplaced.

That was indelicate. What I mean is that Michael Arrington is not a kingmaker. If you have something to offer the world, get out and do it.

Don't play the sycophant -- it degrades you and fluffs the preeners.

Judging by his web page, Cliff is a doer anyway. He ships. In the end, I don't think he'll need Arrington's help. He will be successful because of who he is.

Thanks for the support. Means a lot.