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Originally Posted by Makeda Maysa
Here, here! 
The truth is that, no matter how we may want to avoid it or deny it, for those of us who hope to make a living out of this dance or who truly care about our standing in the community, there is a good case for being careful about what you say online. The truth is that we all get ideas about what/who people are from what they say on message boards and the like. I don't think it can be helped. I surely do have impressions of people based on what I have read from them - that does not mean that I won't give them a chance in person, but it does mean that I already have thoughts when I meet them. Again, can't be helped. So, hey - say whatever you want on the internet, but be prepared to deal with the fallout, both personally and professionally.
I know that I definitely censor what I say, as I belong to a troupe of artists. My statements don't just reflect on me - they also reflect, inadvertently, on every other woman in my troupe. We all feel responsible for each other and take each other into account. We try to conduct ourselves professionally and that means in 3D and online. A stupid remark may be enough to color someone's opinion about you and cause them to not give you a chance professionally.
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The problem is that most people know the silence is not an idicator of a good mind. Give me an honest upfront opinion any day. I have been in the exclusive company of people well known in this dance (and perhaps some would call them superstars) but there is every bit as much tittle tattle going on.
I speak for myself and would not repeat anything said by others. I am not concerned about the effects of my opinion if I know it to be true. If i am wrong then that is another matter. people form opinions about you no matter what you do. I and others will be discussed any way.
These are learning forums and I dont care for hierachy and self placed echelons of society, especially those who explicitly epose their own duplicity and double standards in the name of perceived fame.
I will not say another word about this person as she has achieved what she set out to do... have her name on everyones tongues.