No matter what the topic I think trying to keep an open mind even if you have entrenched views is important. I'm doing my best to dispel falsehoods that I see said about electronic trading, point out the benefits that electronic trading has had for society, and engage anyone who has an honest question.
You know, I'm not appreciating getting beat up on this. I'm keeping an open mind. I said I'd listen. I told you my viewpoint. And here you are, kicking me in the shins for having that viewpoint. I didn't ask you to "dispel falsehoods." I don't have any questions. I don't feel any particular attraction to listening to your take on HFT; I've done plenty of reading on my own and had lots of my own experience with markets which - to put it bluntly - you're doing your best to denigrate. So basically, I said "go ahead, but recognize that I'm skeptical" and you're saying "you're an ass for being skeptical." Skepticism intact. If this is how you evangelize, I suggest you work on your bedside manner.