(07-12-2017 08:24 AM)HyperDuke Wrote:  My post was just highlighting one reason Mr. King acts the way he does. I don't begrudge anyone for making the best money they can. I don't begrudge anyone for living in a Harrisonburg.

I do take exception to self-important people who choose to look down on others with disdain. Inflated egos & everything that accompany them are obnoxious.

I understand why you have that opinion of Charlie. He can be a tough customer. I also feel he is probably an introvert. Introverts are often misunderstood.

Charlie has to make a lot of tough decisions and those decisions can impact people's lives. It is pretty lonely at the top. Even an outgoing, back slapping, fun loving guy like Dr. Carrier had his detractors.

I have seen the father, friend and husband side of Charlie. He is a cancer survivor and was a good friend to a gentleman here in Richmond while that man was undergoing treatment for the same cancer Charlie had. I see Charlie as being very loyal to JMU, his family and friends. While not a people person, he is very enjoyable to speak to and can be quite open once he gets to know and trust you.

If you ever have the chance to spend time one on one with Charlie away from the office, you will come away impressed. I think your opinion of him would change as well.