If anyone wishes to speak directly with me about what transpired, you can get my email from the mailing list archives. I'm not going to be commenting further on any of this in public. I have my reasons for what I said, which I am willing to share - privately. Karsten's blow up and Rick's fanning the flames (don't kid yourself Rick - you had a large part in this) didn't help anything. There's plenty of blame to go around here.
Since Karsten has effectively cut all communication, there's not much anyone can do to work this out. His decision.