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To: Frank Ellis Morris who wrote (33510)11/9/1999 6:26:00 PM
From: Duane L. Olson  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 74651
 
Frank, I think Microsoft has tried that approach. Surely you don't expect any election changes to modify this Judge's findings, do you?
He is a rather conservative judge, appointed by Reagan, who apparently enjoys a fairly good reputation from both sides of the political parties we have in DC..
What do you mean by "Microsoft should pay the extortionist penalty money for a fact finding report that has no basis on fundamental truth?" I think virtually all observers, including Microsoft's competitors would be happy with a solution in which Mircrosoft agreed to follow the Rule of Law --- the Rule of Law as it is understood by the MAJORITY in a Democracy. Which, as I understand it, the system is supposed to work.
Frank, if someone defends an entity, regardless of behavior, and despite the literal word of law, AND public opinion, seems to me that such a view is Religion. I've learned never to argue with someone about their religion..
Good luck investing.
tso



To: Frank Ellis Morris who wrote (33510)11/9/1999 6:40:00 PM
From: Alan Buckley  Read Replies (2) | Respond to of 74651
 
There won't be any settlement. My guess is they won't even bother talking. With the Jackson windfall the DOJ will never accept anything moderate. Given that, MSFT has every reason to hope for a better result on appeal. Even if they conclude they might lose they'll appeal to stall and wait for the industry to change, making Jackson's ruling look more and more ridiculous.