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Gold/Mining/Energy : Harken Energy Corporation (HEC) -- Ignore unavailable to you. Want to Upgrade?

To: Robert Sanders who wrote (4548)	9/9/1999 10:13:00 AM
From: Rod Copeland	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 5504

Bob, I didn't realize I had a "slogan". I kind of like it, though. Yes, I am overly sensitive concerning HEC's management. No, I don't recall you ever saying they are crooked. My reply to you did not say YOU were pissing and moaning, but I can see how you could infer that. I'm sorry, if you made that inference. I disagree somewhat about your "tenured" statement. I happen to believe that in this instance the management is somewhat tenured. I know that is not theoretically correct, and even unrealistic. I happen to believe in Darrel Royal's adage that "You dance with who brung you." Now maybe we haven't been "brought" far enough in your opinion.... and I would agree to a point, but I like what they do, and it will eventually pay off. They swing for the bleachers, and when they strike out they don't quit. Its back to the plate for another attempt to crush the ball. Maybe I like it because of my nature, and because I'm in the business. Whatever it is, it isn't for everyone. So, how 'bout some specifics on building a fire under their butts? What would you do different? The Xplor deal? Get out of Colombia? Sell the domestic reserves? Not venture into Costa Rica? Or, just replace management? I think management HAS built shareholder value. It just hasn't been recognized yet. I appreciate your civility and your opinions. As I said in the earlier reply, criticism is welcome. That's what these silly boards are about. Not Meaning to be Arrogant, Rod.