Edited by author 01-07-2006 11:47 AM
silverstein was not reading from a script and did not have the opportunity to edit his remarks for clarity or precision. there are many ways he could have said what he meant, many interpretations of what he said.

"pull it" means nothing in isolation. it is subject to interpretation.

you are right, he might have meant "destroy the building."

i am right, he might have meant "remove the firefighters."

anyone who has some other interpretation, from "will work for food" to "happy mother's day" is right, he might have meant that, too.

however, i reject your claim that (1) he said "pull it" when he meant "destroy it" and (2) in an interview that he knew would be broadcast nationally, he admitted that he is a central figure in a secret conspiracy that destroyed thousands of lives and billions of dollars in property.

ridiculous? some nerve? so be it.