I think its a very weak sales pitch that relies more on throwing mud on other styles than it does on its own merits.
I just read the article and every post on this thread.

Cull Buck summed it up best for me. I dont see how you can see it any other way from where I sit. I'm sure these folks are real nice and they seem to have the respect of others on this site. That has some merit with me but, the statements and implications made in the article are completely unacceptable to me also.
( Re: Is this type of press bad for most hog doggers? ) Yes it is in my opinion.