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EarlG

(22,585 posts)
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 06:59 PM Aug 2024

I'm afraid I have to be the bearer of some very bad news about The Magistrate

We have received word from the family of The Magistrate that he has had a sudden and devastating heart attack. I've been asked to post the following on behalf of his family:

The Magistrate has had his last heart attack.

This week, days after seeing his cardiologist (who gave him a clean bill of health), The Magistrate had a severe heart attack that doctors say would result in permanent brain damage. He is totally unresponsive and will not survive. Tomorrow doctors will remove him from the respirator. Our extended family will be there along with friends.

DUers have been so generous in the past with their tributes and best wishes that the family would love to read the replies at the funeral. Please post your condolences and memories of James, aka Papa, aka The Magistrate, a kind, caring, funny, very very smart and loyal man who was considered very special by everyone who knew him. We will miss him forever.


The Magistrate has been a fixture on Democratic Underground for nearly 23 years, almost since the beginning. He joined in October of 2001, less than a year after the site was founded, and his sardonic wit and playful, unique posting style quickly made him a favorite of many DUers -- and occasionally drew the ire of others.

But as much as he sometimes raised the hackles of the folks with whom he loved to verbally joust -- and he wouldn't have had it any other way -- nobody could ever claim that The Magistrate did not care about this country and its future.

Sir, you were a great Democrat, and a great DUer, and you will be greatly missed.
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I'm afraid I have to be the bearer of some very bad news about The Magistrate (Original Post) EarlG Aug 2024 OP
Damn! True Dough Aug 2024 #1
So sorry to hear SocialDemocrat61 Aug 2024 #2
aloha and safe travels Mr Magistrate... msongs Aug 2024 #3
Oh, no! MineralMan Aug 2024 #4
He will be sorely missed. Biophilic Aug 2024 #5
He fought for our country and party to the end. Irish_Dem Aug 2024 #6
I always loved his posts. Elessar Zappa Aug 2024 #7
Sir your wit was always done with your compassion and you Sir will be missed turbinetree Aug 2024 #8
Thank you so much, my dear EarlG, for posting about The Magistrate. He was one of a kind. CaliforniaPeggy Aug 2024 #9
Safe Travels, Sir TxGuitar Aug 2024 #10
Cross easy, Magistrate. Alliepoo Aug 2024 #11
I am gutted, sir unblock Aug 2024 #12
This is shocking and way too sad malaise Aug 2024 #13
I am so sorry for your devastating loss, and extend my sincere condolences to the family. LiberalLoner Aug 2024 #14
That is very unfortunate ck4829 Aug 2024 #15
Articulate, knowledgeable and a gentleman. May u find peace. NoMoreRepugs Aug 2024 #16
This one is hitting me hard..damn likesmountains 52 Aug 2024 #17
He will be missed. My condolences to his family during this boston bean Aug 2024 #18
Rest in Peace Sir senseandsensibility Aug 2024 #19
Oh no! edisdead Aug 2024 #20
OMG what devastating news. He is so beloved by myself and others. Nevilledog Aug 2024 #21
I am so sorry to hear that news. TheCowsCameHome Aug 2024 #22
Oh no. This is very sad news, indeed. My sympathy to the family. ms liberty Aug 2024 #23
Rest In Power Magistrate WiVoter Aug 2024 #24
Hard to believe JI7 Aug 2024 #25
I messaged a friend on FB and asked if she was going to our class reunion. LeftInTX Aug 2024 #35
Oh, dear, this is awful. He was always so civil in his posts. mahatmakanejeeves Aug 2024 #26
Oh no! I always liked him. LeftInTX Aug 2024 #27
so sorry. pansypoo53219 Aug 2024 #28
A very dear friend, age 54, got a clean bill of health from her doctor on a Tuesday. niyad Aug 2024 #190
that sucks. my uncle lost his wife at 60. but she snmoked like a chimney after their disabled daughter passed away. pansypoo53219 Sep 2024 #291
I am so sorry to hear this news bottomofthehill Aug 2024 #29
I know we're not supposed to have favorites but... Boomerproud Aug 2024 #30
He was always respectful of women Maeve Aug 2024 #31
Polite to a fault and genuinely brilliant dsc Aug 2024 #32
Prayers for James and his family. Beartracks Aug 2024 #33
Magistrate, you were always a calming voice of reason TBF Aug 2024 #34
Dear Magistrate MLAA Aug 2024 #36
You will be missed, Sir. Turbineguy Aug 2024 #37
Farewell, Sir. Solly Mack Aug 2024 #38
Goodbye, goodbye dear Sir! colorado_ufo Aug 2024 #39
I'm very sorry to hear this. He will be missed. Many of us spooky3 Aug 2024 #40
Oh my dear Magistrate, cross easily & peacefully. On many occasions you brought a level of much needed decorum to DU. AnotherMother4Peace Aug 2024 #41
This is just crushing news. The Magistrate had just posted a short post on August 28--three days ago hlthe2b Aug 2024 #42
The Magistrate was a voice of forceful reason PJMcK Aug 2024 #43
Oh No. So sorry, enjoyed being addressed as Sir as he set me straight. I'm sure he was just Silent Type Aug 2024 #44
Succinct. Always to the point. Enlightened and cachukis Aug 2024 #45
Godspeed, Sir! You will be missed. Beetwasher. Aug 2024 #46
Sonofabitch. I'm going to miss him. Probatim Aug 2024 #47
He was a Democrat and a gentleman. LisaM Aug 2024 #48
I loved his commitment to decorum, to remaining MontanaFarmer Aug 2024 #49
RIP Emile Aug 2024 #50
Ah no.. I will miss him quite a bit. ramen Aug 2024 #51
Dear sir, Lunabell Aug 2024 #52
Oh, I will sorely miss that man. ZZenith Aug 2024 #53
I am grateful for his opinions and insight JoseBalow Aug 2024 #54
I'm in shock. I've never come across anyone else like him on the internet, or in real life. Dem2theMax Aug 2024 #55
Devastating loss. NewHendoLib Aug 2024 #56
A good, kind man Ishoutandscream2 Aug 2024 #57
Farewell, good sir, perhaps we meet again beyond the veil of mortality 0rganism Aug 2024 #58
My all-time favorite person here Sugarcoated Aug 2024 #59
Oh no MustLoveBeagles Aug 2024 #60
DU is like a town with many neighborhoods and The Magistrate was a prominent citizen of this diverse town Kaleva Aug 2024 #61
We were honored mercuryblues Aug 2024 #62
The Magistrate has been a rock for DU. brer cat Aug 2024 #63
My sympathy to the family and friends of The livetohike Aug 2024 #64
Shocking. My condolences to his family and friends. LoisB Aug 2024 #65
Go gently, fine Sir. democrank Aug 2024 #66
Not The Magistrate! mcar Aug 2024 #67
The Magistrate's impression on this community is indelible, Sir. CoopersDad Aug 2024 #68
What a shame. The Magistrate always wrote with intelligence and had an unique way of wording his sinkingfeeling Aug 2024 #69
I remember when he first came to DU geniph Aug 2024 #70
Vibes of support to the family during this transition Alice Kramden Aug 2024 #71
Sir, this is awful news. My condolences to his family. What a terrible loss for our community. Self Esteem Aug 2024 #72
Oh no, I am so sorry to hear this. I will sure miss him, and send his families my thoughts and prayers. JohnSJ Aug 2024 #73
To my friend, The Magistrate. Behind the Aegis Aug 2024 #74
Amen Ponietz Aug 2024 #112
So sad to learn of his mzmolly Aug 2024 #75
Dear The Magistrate. I will miss your topics, your courtesy, and knowledge. Rest in peace, Sir. You will be missed. debm55 Aug 2024 #76
Such sad news. Lonestarblue Aug 2024 #77
One of the kindest and wisest members we've ever had jmowreader Aug 2024 #78
I am greatly saddened... PCIntern Aug 2024 #79
My Deepest Condolences to his family and friends. sellitman Aug 2024 #80
My heart is broken. Dear Magistrate, you will be so sorely missed! Coventina Aug 2024 #81
Rest In Power, Good Sir. DinahMoeHum Aug 2024 #82
A great man. Kingofalldems Aug 2024 #83
What a tragic loss for his loved ones... Oopsie Daisy Aug 2024 #84
I love that guy. I am so sorry. ismnotwasm Aug 2024 #85
I never really interacted with him iwillalwayswonderwhy Aug 2024 #86
Oh no! ellie Aug 2024 #87
So much gratitude for those who swim against the stream. Bucky Aug 2024 #88
"Fair winds and Following Seas", Sir Docreed2003 Aug 2024 #89
This is such a loss mamacita75 Aug 2024 #90
May we have his profile be forever active LuvLoogie Aug 2024 #91
Oh, no. How awful! iemanja Aug 2024 #92
Pass gently, my dear Magistrate UpInArms Aug 2024 #93
That's terrible news! redwitch Aug 2024 #94
That's such sad news! Ocelot II Aug 2024 #95
Rest in peace dear sir. ornotna Aug 2024 #96
Joined at the same time superpatriotman Aug 2024 #97
A big loss for DU. CrispyQ Aug 2024 #98
He has been my English teacher on par with Orwell. Beastly Boy Aug 2024 #99
Rest well my friend. Lithos Aug 2024 #100
I'm so sorry! pacalo Aug 2024 #101
Smooth Flight West. pdxflyboy Aug 2024 #102
It's always devastating to read when we lose a DU member Niagara Aug 2024 #103
I always liked reading the Magistrate's posts. He was clearly a good guy, and sharp. n/t PatrickforB Aug 2024 #104
This is so sad. Mr.Bill Aug 2024 #105
Very sad DaBronx Aug 2024 #106
What a shock... Raastan Aug 2024 #107
RIP Sir! orwell Aug 2024 #108
My sympathies to the family mountain grammy Aug 2024 #109
Until we meet again, Sir! Kid Berwyn Aug 2024 #110
You will be missed. obnoxiousdrunk Aug 2024 #111
Oh, NO! Hugin Aug 2024 #113
My heart goes out to all! Hope22 Aug 2024 #114
💙The Magistrate/James/Papa is a Favorite of mine.💙 Cha Aug 2024 #115
His gentlemanly posting style is one of the unique things that make DU, DU Coexist Aug 2024 #116
He was one of the Pillars of our beloved temple tavernier Aug 2024 #117
Hugs to the Magistrate's family and friends. Tikki Aug 2024 #118
Oh geez. He was as beloved as one can be blm Aug 2024 #119
To the family of our dear friend The Magistrate. madaboutharry Aug 2024 #120
I am going to miss him. OAITW r.2.0 Aug 2024 #121
May your passing be peaceful.... Happy Hoosier Aug 2024 #122
I amso so sorry to read of this sad news. In glory and honor rest The Magistrate. irisblue Aug 2024 #123
Oh no. Swede Aug 2024 #124
A safe journey to you, Sir. mn9driver Aug 2024 #125
Indeed, Sir, OC_Lars Aug 2024 #126
Rest In Power Sir IronLionZion Aug 2024 #127
... Harker Aug 2024 #128
Sir, you had a good style. One final salute to you and sympathies to your loved ones. Lucky Luciano Aug 2024 #129
I'm so sorry for your sudden and devastating loss. Ours, as well. yonder Aug 2024 #130
The Magistrate has always been one of my very favorite DUers, from the first time we met in 2002 Hekate Aug 2024 #131
oh I am so sad Kali Aug 2024 #132
This is bad news indeed Dave says Aug 2024 #133
There are friends you've never met in person. DUers fall into that category. LastLiberal in PalmSprings Aug 2024 #134
Words fail me. Mike Niendorff Aug 2024 #135
It won't be the same without The Magistrate. lpbk2713 Aug 2024 #136
Oh I am so very sorry Leghorn21 Aug 2024 #137
So sad to hear this... GReedDiamond Aug 2024 #138
So sad to hear. Eko Aug 2024 #139
Oh no. Very sad news. I'm very sorry. LuckyCharms Aug 2024 #140
Peace and condolences to his loved ones. Dulcinea Aug 2024 #141
Terrible, terrible news. tishaLA Aug 2024 #142
So sorry to hear this. He was a standout and will be greatly missed.... Sogo Aug 2024 #143
Oh no.. l feel like I've lost a part of me... bsiebs Aug 2024 #144
My fav poster by far, he will be missed EX500rider Aug 2024 #145
So sorry to bdamomma Aug 2024 #146
Oh, no. This gentle, well-spoken, intelligent, and unfailingly polite man will be deeply missed. 11 Bravo Aug 2024 #147
He certainly left this place better than he found it. ohtransplant Aug 2024 #148
Oh no! BumRushDaShow Aug 2024 #149
Oh. no... I'm so sorry to hear this. I loved his posts, and he'll be missed so much. Thank you for telling highplainsdem Aug 2024 #150
silent key "" AllaN01Bear Aug 2024 #151
I am so very sorry that you had to be the bearer of such sad news, EarlG, niyad Aug 2024 #152
My condolences to his friends and family. LudwigPastorius Aug 2024 #153
Oh, this hurts... SUCH a painful loss for our community, and for me. TygrBright Aug 2024 #154
That's such rotten news FoxNewsSucks Aug 2024 #155
Fly free, Sir! You deserve every joy of paradise. You're loved here! keopeli Aug 2024 #156
I always read his posts, for both their wisdom as well as their presentation. BoomaofBandM Aug 2024 #157
I receive this news with genuine sadness. Mme. Defarge Aug 2024 #158
Oh darn, he will be missed... MiHale Aug 2024 #159
Very sad. byronius Aug 2024 #160
Peace, strength and healing to The Magistrate and his family Uncle Joe Aug 2024 #161
Thank you Sir Magistrate for your wisdom and wittily written posts. Cross softly. c-rational Aug 2024 #162
.... and the wheel turns. WheelWalker Aug 2024 #163
I'm so sorry to hear this karin_sj Aug 2024 #164
He was an Keepthesoulalive Aug 2024 #165
I am so sorry for James and his family. Clouds Passing Aug 2024 #166
RIP SIR WA-03 Democrat Aug 2024 #167
I always appreciated your posts, Sir! SalviaBlue Aug 2024 #168
God speed. surfered Aug 2024 #169
Oh, no! Lulu KC Aug 2024 #170
This is very sad news. StarryNite Aug 2024 #171
I'm very sorry to hear this REPUguy Aug 2024 #172
What a huge loss JohnnyLib2 Aug 2024 #173
Rest in peace, Sir virgdem Aug 2024 #174
I enjoyed his posts immensely. Such class. oasis Aug 2024 #175
I have interacted with the Magistrate many, many times over the years, and I have always found him to be a gallant and WhiskeyGrinder Aug 2024 #176
You will be missed, Sir Cadfael Aug 2024 #177
Oh - I'm so sad to read this JustAnotherGen Aug 2024 #178
So sorry! I loved reading his posts. RIP Sir. Tess49 Aug 2024 #179
I'm so sorry. COL Mustard Aug 2024 #180
You will be missed dear Magistrate. lucca18 Aug 2024 #181
To Stardust We Return, May your journey take you beyond the Great Hereafter MagickMuffin Aug 2024 #182
Such awful news. onenote Aug 2024 #183
Such sad news to get... 💔😔 Raine Aug 2024 #184
Thank you for posting this. God speed Magistrate! n/t D23MIURG23 Aug 2024 #185
A Death in Our Family- we all felt like we knew you. You made a difference. Thank you. NBachers Aug 2024 #186
So sorry IbogaProject Aug 2024 #187
Goodbye friend. I can only hope you enjoyed our interactions as much I did. Think. Again. Aug 2024 #188
A safe journey for you Sir. You were one of the best here and will be dearly missed. tenderfoot Aug 2024 #189
The Magistrate, Sir spanone Aug 2024 #191
Oh no! dflprincess Aug 2024 #192
I hate to see him go. struggle4progress Aug 2024 #193
So very sorry to hear this DemonGoddess Aug 2024 #194
Thank you, Sir Xoan Aug 2024 #195
Damn! I'm so sorry to learn of this! I always looked forward to his posts liberalla Aug 2024 #196
Oh, no -- sad and shocking news. Pinback Aug 2024 #197
wish peace and comfort to all. thinkingagain Aug 2024 #198
a REAL DU powerhouse... WarGamer Aug 2024 #199
On no! This is such sad news. greatauntoftriplets Aug 2024 #200
Terrible news orangecrush Aug 2024 #201
What a great voice to be celebrated! hurl Aug 2024 #202
Absolutely terrible news. babylonsister Aug 2024 #203
I'm so very sorry. He was family here. nolabear Aug 2024 #204
In the 2 hours since this sad news was posted MyMission Aug 2024 #205
Oh no, I'm so sorry. Go in peace, sir uppityperson Aug 2024 #206
So sorry to hear. Historic NY Aug 2024 #207
... vercetti2021 Aug 2024 #208
Oh no! One of my first friends here! A wise and very well spoken man and an incredible long time DUer! Rhiannon12866 Aug 2024 #209
When I was a kid sabbat hunter Aug 2024 #210
Very sad indeed. I was just reading posts from him in the last few days..... Jack Valentino Aug 2024 #211
One of the foundation rocks of this community.. Permanut Aug 2024 #212
Condolences! 2naSalit Aug 2024 #213
His discussion and points of view will be sorely missed. nt yagotme Aug 2024 #214
Rest in peace James berniesandersmittens Aug 2024 #215
Oh no how terrible! Orrex Aug 2024 #216
Rest in Peace and Rest in Power, Sir. sheshe2 Aug 2024 #217
We are the lesser by one dweller Aug 2024 #218
This is terrible news. When I would see a post from The Magistrate I knew I was in for something Liberal In Texas Aug 2024 #219
I'm so sorry to hear this. harumph Aug 2024 #220
The Magistrate and his family will be in my prayers LetMyPeopleVote Aug 2024 #221
Farewell, and safe passage good sir. GoYouPackersGo Aug 2024 #222
Thank you EarlG for letting us know this sad news. DU is people, with good hearts... FailureToCommunicate Aug 2024 #223
I am so, so sorry to hear this. He has always been very entertaining and insightful. chowder66 Aug 2024 #224
Damn it. area51 Aug 2024 #225
Intelligent, witty, hilarious snark when deserved, excellent judge of people and issues, had a unique style. betsuni Aug 2024 #226
Yes - one of the few people of whom I could truly say, "There is no one else quite like him" Sparkly Aug 2024 #286
I'm very, very sad to hear this. yardwork Aug 2024 #227
My condolences to your family! kimbutgar Aug 2024 #228
He Was A Class Act Jim G. Aug 2024 #229
Deepest sympathies to his family. NEOBuckeye Aug 2024 #230
Sad news, indeed.... Bayard Aug 2024 #231
It's hard to imagine Mz Pip Aug 2024 #232
Cross gently, sir MissB Aug 2024 #233
Godspeed, Good Sir!!! Sparkly Aug 2024 #234
Rest in peace, Sir! LNM Aug 2024 #235
Deep condolences to all of those who love him. littlemissmartypants Aug 2024 #236
Deepest condolences to all who loved him Stinky The Clown Aug 2024 #237
damn, just damn CatWoman Aug 2024 #238
Cross gently, dear Sir.... sueh Aug 2024 #239
One of the best to ever do it Prairie Gates Aug 2024 #240
Cross gently, dear Sir. sueh Aug 2024 #241
Oh no! :-( diane in sf Aug 2024 #242
Oh no. That's so sad wendyb-NC Aug 2024 #243
This is sad news. I enjoyed his knowledgable posts and sense of humor. Mousetoescamper Aug 2024 #244
I just loved it when The Magistrate posted. summer_in_TX Aug 2024 #245
One of the absolute best angrychair Aug 2024 #246
Rest in Peace, Sir... Talitha Aug 2024 #247
There passes a very good human. mahina Aug 2024 #248
Very sad to have a dear friend leave so many who deeply love and respected The Magistrate Deuxcents Aug 2024 #249
very sad news orleans Aug 2024 #250
So sorry to hear such terrible news. My full condolences. JanMichael Aug 2024 #251
My deepest condolences to his family! intheflow Aug 2024 #252
Adored, respected...is it too much to say loved? lostnfound Aug 2024 #253
FUUUUCK NO!!! CaptainTruth Aug 2024 #254
My thought upon hearing this was -- why couldn't it have been tRump instead? Blue Owl Aug 2024 #277
Dear Sir. Your passing is a profound loss for our Ninga Aug 2024 #255
Godspeed, Sir. Devastated. 😢 n/t OneGrassRoot Aug 2024 #256
Sir, you will be so missed. You truly were special 😓 arthritisR_US Aug 2024 #257
My condolences to his family and friends... MLF1981 Aug 2024 #258
Shit! ...... Sir, you will be missed. Hotler Aug 2024 #259
He's been part of my DU experience for as long as I can remember, and I remember basically back to the beginning fishwax Aug 2024 #260
Oh, no! What a loss for all. dchill Aug 2024 #261
RIP Ferrets are Cool Aug 2024 #262
I'm saddened. We have lost a great American. 💔 live love laugh Aug 2024 #263
Aw man, what a loss to all of us here. calimary Aug 2024 #264
One of the most unique and eccentric posters on this site. orange jar Aug 2024 #265
Goodbye, Sir blogslug Aug 2024 #266
I'm so sad to learn this. MontanaMama Aug 2024 #267
Oh no! He will be sorely missed on DU. SunSeeker Aug 2024 #268
Will miss him on DU Blue Owl Aug 2024 #269
So sorry for your loss. applegrove Aug 2024 #270
I always looked Figarosmom Aug 2024 #271
I'm stunned peggysue2 Aug 2024 #272
A true gentleman. murielm99 Aug 2024 #273
Dear Sirs and Ma'dams at first disturbed, then moved by constant courteous clarity. Festivito Aug 2024 #274
I'm so sorry to see this! Condolences to his family. 😢 Nixie Aug 2024 #275
He had such a wonderful way with words. Abolishinist Aug 2024 #276
I am heartbroken. dmr Aug 2024 #278
Oh no, I'm gutted!! catchnrelease Aug 2024 #279
No words FrankChurchDem Aug 2024 #280
The Magistrate's posts were always (in my experience) measured, thoughtful, and served to elevate the community... xocetaceans Aug 2024 #281
What sad news about a wonderful DUer wryter2000 Aug 2024 #282
Oh no, this is such horrible news! Polybius Aug 2024 #283
Thank you, Sir. Texasgal Aug 2024 #284
I always looked for his posts -- they were insightful, cutting, funny, or all at once. Hermit-The-Prog Aug 2024 #285
RIP. Will miss his posts. brush Aug 2024 #287
The last thing The Magistrate ever said to me on DU was "Thank you, ma'm." ancianita Aug 2024 #288
I'm very sad to hear this. Renew Deal Aug 2024 #289
The loss of The Magistrate puts Clemenceau's quote to its severest test yet DFW Sep 2024 #290
The Magistrate, James, was the best of us. AmBlue Sep 2024 #292
........ jdadd Sep 2024 #293
I always loved his acerbic wit, and was grateful that I was never on the receiving end. GoneOffShore Sep 2024 #294
Terrible sorry to hear this, and I would like to offer my deepest condolences. GeoWilliam750 Sep 2024 #295
You were always such a gentleman, Sir soandso Sep 2024 #296
Such a classic and dignified writer, he always was so kind. peacebuzzard Sep 2024 #297
To the family of The Magistrate, I extend my deepest condolences. You will be in my thoughts. HeartsCanHope Sep 2024 #298
My condolences to the family Submariner Sep 2024 #299
I'm very sorry to hear that. Captain Stern Sep 2024 #300
My deepest condolences to the family! BlueMTexpat Sep 2024 #301
Truly sad news PatSeg Sep 2024 #302
I am shocked and saddened by The Magistrate's passing. callous taoboy Sep 2024 #303
My heart is breaking. lamp_shade Sep 2024 #304
Always respectful of others, always calm and grounded, Buns_of_Fire Sep 2024 #305
I joined in March of 2003 and liberalhistorian Sep 2024 #306
R.I.P. Magistrate BoRaGard Sep 2024 #307
I'm so sorry to hear that. He was so smart, kind, and gracious. raccoon Sep 2024 #308
Rest in peace great DUer! chillfactor Sep 2024 #309
The Magistrate will always be here on DU in spirit. gademocrat7 Sep 2024 #310
My most sincere condolences to SlimJimmy Sep 2024 #311
Sir, safe journeys to the Great Beyond róisín_dubh Sep 2024 #312
Im so sorry Israeli Sep 2024 #313
I shall miss him dearly. whopis01 Sep 2024 #314
He gave it to us straight in Cooking & Baking forum Phentex Sep 2024 #315
Cross gently, Sir. Dennis Donovan Sep 2024 #316
A monumental intellect. His signature line - one of the very best at DU... WheelWalker Sep 2024 #317
Safe travels, Magistrate... farmbo Sep 2024 #318
Terrible news Marthe48 Sep 2024 #319
Rest in peace, sir tazkcmo Sep 2024 #320
Peace Magoo48 Sep 2024 #321
He was a great guy. I appreciated his wisdom. GPV Sep 2024 #322
Sir, your humanity and kindness were evident in every single one of your posts. You touched all of us here on DU and LaMouffette Sep 2024 #323
Very sad news... Spazito Sep 2024 #324
Farewell, Sir no matrix Sep 2024 #325
I am saddened to learn about this. Erda Sep 2024 #326
❤️ ☹️ underpants Sep 2024 #327
RIP, SIr Beausoleil Sep 2024 #328
Thanks for never being dull, Sir BeyondGeography Sep 2024 #329
Rest easy Sir Horse with no Name Sep 2024 #330
We will miss him dlk Sep 2024 #331
... Aristus Sep 2024 #332
I'm going to miss him. EllieBC Sep 2024 #333
R.I.P. old hand. A HERETIC I AM Sep 2024 #334
R.I.P. to a good man and a good American. dalton99a Sep 2024 #335
Could some one repost one of his posts for us? Oppaloopa Sep 2024 #336
'I'm so, so sorry to read this. He was also so kind to me and, well, to everyone here on DU. catbyte Sep 2024 #337
The Magistrate elevated every conversation he entered LearnedHand Sep 2024 #338
I hate this news. I've enjoyed interacting with The Magistrate here many times. CousinIT Sep 2024 #339
Oh, I am very sad to hear this terrible news. FM123 Sep 2024 #340
Oh, this is very sad Sympthsical Sep 2024 #341
Oh my goodness, terrible news. Mad_Dem_X Sep 2024 #342
The Magistrate always brought civility to DU conversations... kentuck Sep 2024 #343
Peace world wide wally Sep 2024 #344
Damn... flying rabbit Sep 2024 #345
RIP ProfessorGAC Sep 2024 #346
That's terrible. The Magistrate was a Hall of Famer DUer. Tommy Carcetti Sep 2024 #347
He was the best. nocoincidences Sep 2024 #348
Cross posted in GD. lapucelle Sep 2024 #349
I've not been here long enough to know The Magistrate, but based upon the accolades here, he will be greatly missed. surfered Sep 2024 #350
Well damn. Safe passage Magistrate. bluesbassman Sep 2024 #351
I can't believe I'm reading this. There are just some people you can't imagine not being here, and The Magistrate is... Tarheel_Dem Sep 2024 #352
Sad news The Wizard Sep 2024 #353
Too sad hermetic Sep 2024 #354
Very sorry... Mike Nelson Sep 2024 #355
I will miss his calm wisdom. 2 Meow Momma Sep 2024 #356
That is terrible. Wishing his family well TomCADem Sep 2024 #357
I am so sorry. I feel as if I've lost a long time good and caring friend. Fla Dem Sep 2024 #358
Magistrate's response to a tombstoned troll: bigtree Sep 2024 #359
+1. No truer words dalton99a Sep 2024 #386
My condolences to family and friends Chautauquas Sep 2024 #360
Thanks for the memories, sir. You will be missed. Tommymac Sep 2024 #361
Your tribute to him is beautiful, Earl. lamp_shade Sep 2024 #362
He was one of the first to welcome me to DU. redstatebluegirl Sep 2024 #363
Thanks for letting us know. After a clean bill of health... Damn. Evolve Dammit Sep 2024 #364
The Magistrate's last two comments were "Good for them" and "Well said, sir." Pacifist Patriot Sep 2024 #365
He and I went around a few times... malthaussen Sep 2024 #366
The family said they would try and post some of the memoir once they can access it. Lithos Sep 2024 #381
Thank you for mentioning this, Lithos Metatron Sep 2024 #393
Always such a shock when one of the "Greats" passes. So sorry for your, and our, loss. ratchiweenie Sep 2024 #367
I've never seen 700 recs for any thread. LittleGirl Sep 2024 #368
Oh no. Very sorry to hear this mvd Sep 2024 #369
Tears in my eyes, my favorite DU'er ever. A true patriot, he'll be sorely missed and DU is poorer without him. emulatorloo Sep 2024 #370
My heart breaks.... Peacetrain Sep 2024 #371
Rip Magistrate flamingdem Sep 2024 #372
What a terrible loss for our community... tosh Sep 2024 #373
So sad to hear this Zoomie1986 Sep 2024 #374
My sincere condolences to his family and loved ones Quiet Em Sep 2024 #375
Shocking. He'd been posting more recently. Very sad news. marble falls Sep 2024 #376
I am so deeply sorry to see this. Peace and strength to his family and friends. Swift journey, brother. mucholderthandirt Sep 2024 #377
RIP sir. old guy Sep 2024 #378
So sad to read this FullySupportDems Sep 2024 #379
I stumbled onto this site just in the past week Jmb 4 Harris-Walz Sep 2024 #380
That's lovely. Thanks for the kindness. nolabear Sep 2024 #383
Welcome to DU, Jmb 4 Harris-Walz. calimary Sep 2024 #388
My condolences and shared sorrow... consider_this Sep 2024 #382
I only just saw the news this evening, and am truly shocked. Crunchy Frog Sep 2024 #384
Oh man that really sucks! RIP! Initech Sep 2024 #385
RIP to one of my favorite posters. Ace Rothstein Sep 2024 #387
Oh no jfz9580m Sep 2024 #389
I'm so so sorry and saddened to hear this. Blue_Roses Sep 2024 #390
So sorry to hear of the passing of The Magistrate. I always liked his posts and his responses. akbacchus_BC Sep 2024 #391
I introduced James to DU SheWhoMustBeObeyed Sep 2024 #392
This brought tears to my eyes Blasphemer Sep 2024 #394
Very sad news. prodigitalson Sep 2024 #395
The Magistrate, Thank You For Your Kindness. joshcryer Oct 8 #396
He had my greatest admiration. defacto7 Nov 1 #397

Biophilic

(4,904 posts)
5. He will be sorely missed.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:03 PM
Aug 2024

His very presence in a crowd conversation elevated the dialogue and thoughts. Besides, he was just a good gentleman and human being. Dang, this is a loss.

Irish_Dem

(58,840 posts)
6. He fought for our country and party to the end.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:03 PM
Aug 2024

His last post was just a few days ago.

Go gently into the good night, sir.

CaliforniaPeggy

(152,315 posts)
9. Thank you so much, my dear EarlG, for posting about The Magistrate. He was one of a kind.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:04 PM
Aug 2024

I always regarded him with awe. I can't remember if we ever spoke to one another, but I know I read many of his remarks. He was always courtly and courteous!

Your beautiful eulogy brought the sting of tears. Thank you for sharing this very sad news.

We indeed will miss him forever.



LiberalLoner

(10,209 posts)
14. I am so sorry for your devastating loss, and extend my sincere condolences to the family.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:05 PM
Aug 2024

May his memory be a blessing to you.

Whenever I saw one of his posts, I read it very eagerly, knowing what he wrote was going to be both brilliant and accurate, as well as witty. Every post he made, always made me think more deeply about the issues, and informed me.

I was sad to learn of his passing. I will miss his wisdom.

boston bean

(36,520 posts)
18. He will be missed. My condolences to his family during this
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:06 PM
Aug 2024

difficult time. He was a DU staple. A little bit of DU will be gone with him. 💕

senseandsensibility

(20,377 posts)
19. Rest in Peace Sir
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:06 PM
Aug 2024

I will remember your unique posting style and your ability to interact with many different people on this site in a playful and yet informative way. Your presence here did make a difference. My sympathy to your family and friends who must be in shock right now. RIP, senseandsensibility

Nevilledog

(53,300 posts)
21. OMG what devastating news. He is so beloved by myself and others.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:07 PM
Aug 2024

I was always so proud when he would respond to a post of mine. He has such grace and wit and I'm devastated I'll never see a post with his familiar "Ma'am".

I want his family and friends to understand how much we all love his presence here and he'll be leaving a hole that can't be filled.

Farewell, Sir.

ms liberty

(9,857 posts)
23. Oh no. This is very sad news, indeed. My sympathy to the family.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:08 PM
Aug 2024

The sudden shock is heartbreaking to experience. He was a presence here and we will miss him.

This is what terrifies me about going to my cardiologist. My mother had a stress test, and then got a clean bill of health the day before she dropped dead of a heart attack in front of me. It happens more than people realize. A good reason to always tell your people you love them.

WiVoter

(1,136 posts)
24. Rest In Power Magistrate
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:08 PM
Aug 2024

I know your spirit will always be here; you will forever be a DUer ❤️🙏🏻😢

JI7

(90,754 posts)
25. Hard to believe
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:09 PM
Aug 2024

he was posting regularly and seemed to be doing well even up to recent days.

Always enjoyed reading his posts.

LeftInTX

(30,333 posts)
35. I messaged a friend on FB and asked if she was going to our class reunion.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:13 PM
Aug 2024

I hadn't heard from her for awhile. Was wondering if she unfriended me. So, I went to her page, "We miss you". She died suddenly and had posted several times on the day she died. I don't know how she died, but I assume it was a sudden heart attack or something similar.

mahatmakanejeeves

(61,315 posts)
26. Oh, dear, this is awful. He was always so civil in his posts.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:09 PM
Aug 2024

That’s not something you see enough of these days.

He will be missed.

pansypoo53219

(21,771 posts)
28. so sorry.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:10 PM
Aug 2024

my mom's cousin's wife had gotten a clean bill of health. soon after she died while being treated after not feeling well.

niyad

(120,410 posts)
190. A very dear friend, age 54, got a clean bill of health from her doctor on a Tuesday.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:41 PM
Aug 2024

That Friday, she flew back to Detroit to oversee settling her mother in the nursing home they had chosen. She woke up the next morning, told her son, with whom she was staying while everything was settled, that she wasn't feeling well. Twenty minutes later, she was dead from a massive coronary. She was slender, non-smoker, casual drinker, upbeat, grrat sense of humour. No indications or markers at all.

pansypoo53219

(21,771 posts)
291. that sucks. my uncle lost his wife at 60. but she snmoked like a chimney after their disabled daughter passed away.
Sun Sep 1, 2024, 12:33 AM
Sep 2024

on the other hand. its a good way to go. just sucks for the left behind.

bottomofthehill

(8,853 posts)
29. I am so sorry to hear this news
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:10 PM
Aug 2024

The Magistrate and I did not always agree on the remedy for the 1/6 insurrectionists. I was much more emotional than he. He lived up to his name, the Magistrate. He was reasoned and logical like good judge would be. He helped to ground me and keep me on the strait and narrow. I will miss his honest and direct assessment. Fair winds and calm seas to the Magistrate

Boomerproud

(8,437 posts)
30. I know we're not supposed to have favorites but...
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:10 PM
Aug 2024

Only knew him from DU but he made a huge impact. Condolences and strength to his loved ones.

Maeve

(43,006 posts)
31. He was always respectful of women
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:11 PM
Aug 2024

As many of you know, DU was an early haven for women on the internet. I was one who sought refuge here after the wars that were the BBS days (bulletin boards...if you don't remember them, GOOD!)
The Magistrate and I always got along; I am sadder than I can write. God take him kindly.

TBF

(34,576 posts)
34. Magistrate, you were always a calming voice of reason
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:13 PM
Aug 2024

and the site will not be the same without you. Safe passage!

MLAA

(18,654 posts)
36. Dear Magistrate
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:14 PM
Aug 2024

When you arrive wherever you arrive and if you find there is no DU, please start one. No doubt we will all be following you one by one as time goes on 💖.

Solly Mack

(93,067 posts)
38. Farewell, Sir.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:14 PM
Aug 2024

I'm incredibly saddened by your passing.

I'm sorry for the loss to your family.

I know I'll notice the absence of "Sir" when I read posts.

spooky3

(36,333 posts)
40. I'm very sorry to hear this. He will be missed. Many of us
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:15 PM
Aug 2024

Were influenced by his thoughts and his civility.

I wish him a peaceful passing and wish his family the best.

Thanks for letting us know, EarlG.

AnotherMother4Peace

(4,701 posts)
41. Oh my dear Magistrate, cross easily & peacefully. On many occasions you brought a level of much needed decorum to DU.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:15 PM
Aug 2024

Your contributions, Sir, certainly elevated DU.

hlthe2b

(106,574 posts)
42. This is just crushing news. The Magistrate had just posted a short post on August 28--three days ago
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:16 PM
Aug 2024

I feel especially devastated that there were no obvious signs that might have forewarned his cardiologist, and somehow led to the prevention of this horrible outcome. That only makes the news more heart-wrenching--even while I know it happens-- no matter how good the care.

As a fellow member here from the beginning with The Magistrate, I can echo those who reference his intelligence, eloquence, broad understanding of issues, and curiosity for those he was learning anew. His posts could always be identified immediately by his preferred use of "sir" in each and every one. I shall remember him fondly for a lot of things, but always with that mandatory emblem of respect.

DU will never be the same without you, but you, sir, will be remembered. RIP

Silent Type

(7,199 posts)
44. Oh No. So sorry, enjoyed being addressed as Sir as he set me straight. I'm sure he was just
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:17 PM
Aug 2024

as cool off DU.

cachukis

(2,722 posts)
45. Succinct. Always to the point. Enlightened and
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:17 PM
Aug 2024

enlightening. Always wiser after contemplating his insight. Cut from different cloth.

Saddened.

Probatim

(3,038 posts)
47. Sonofabitch. I'm going to miss him.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:18 PM
Aug 2024

One of the best things that could happen on this site was a kind response from him. Jesus, I'm going to miss his wit and humor.

LisaM

(28,690 posts)
48. He was a Democrat and a gentleman.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:18 PM
Aug 2024

I was always glad to read his posts, and I will miss his presence here very much.

I thank his family for letting us know, a gracious move that is reminiscent of The Magistrate himself.

MontanaFarmer

(745 posts)
49. I loved his commitment to decorum, to remaining
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:18 PM
Aug 2024

"The Magistrate" at all times, and most of all I loved that he called them like he saw them, committed at all times to a discourse on this board that advanced progressive ideals. He'll be sorely missed.

ramen

(862 posts)
51. Ah no.. I will miss him quite a bit.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:19 PM
Aug 2024

We didn't always agree but there was never animosity. I'll keep that lesson with me as long as I possibly can. Sad stuff.

ZZenith

(4,324 posts)
53. Oh, I will sorely miss that man.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:21 PM
Aug 2024

Last edited Sun Sep 1, 2024, 01:29 AM - Edit history (1)

Would that all magistrates be so wise and fair.


I thank you, Sir, for all the times you brought your well-reasoned perspective to us so thoughtfully.


“To live well and honorably and justly are the same thing.” - Socrates

Dem2theMax

(10,365 posts)
55. I'm in shock. I've never come across anyone else like him on the internet, or in real life.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:22 PM
Aug 2024

I don't post that much, but I spend a lot of time here. I always looked forward to The Magistrate's posts.

Wisdom and absolute politeness in equal measure.
His was a voice you wanted to hear. This is truly a loss for DU.

My sympathies to his family and friends. As much as we will mourn the loss of our Magistrate, you have lost James. We share your grief.

To The Magistrate

Ishoutandscream2

(6,737 posts)
57. A good, kind man
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:23 PM
Aug 2024

Smart, and good mannered. Very kind. I’m honored to share his first name - James.

0rganism

(24,720 posts)
58. Farewell, good sir, perhaps we meet again beyond the veil of mortality
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:24 PM
Aug 2024

You came among the first of us and spoke among the best of us, it was my privilege to have read a few of your eloquent thoughts as expressed on this forum. I will remember you.

Kaleva

(38,399 posts)
61. DU is like a town with many neighborhoods and The Magistrate was a prominent citizen of this diverse town
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:25 PM
Aug 2024

I did not interact with him much but seeing him gave me a sense that all was right .

mercuryblues

(15,166 posts)
62. We were honored
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:25 PM
Aug 2024

To experience a small part of your world, sir. May you go gently into the night.

brer cat

(26,405 posts)
63. The Magistrate has been a rock for DU.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:26 PM
Aug 2024

He will be greatly missed for his wit and wisdom. My sincere condolences to his family and friends. Pass gently, kind sir.

livetohike

(23,020 posts)
64. My sympathy to the family and friends of The
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:26 PM
Aug 2024

Magistrate and to all of us at DU who will miss his posts. May your good memories and the stories you’ll tell comfort you and make you smile .

mcar

(43,591 posts)
67. Not The Magistrate!
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:27 PM
Aug 2024


My heart is broken. One of my favorite DUers; we’ve been members for about the same length of time.

Sir, I will miss you.

CoopersDad

(2,906 posts)
68. The Magistrate's impression on this community is indelible, Sir.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:27 PM
Aug 2024

May he carry the same weight and humour in the afterlife as he did during his brief stay in this mortal plane.

If memory serves, he dabbled in the miniatures of famous battles or some similar esoteric pastime.

sinkingfeeling

(53,138 posts)
69. What a shame. The Magistrate always wrote with intelligence and had an unique way of wording his
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:27 PM
Aug 2024

replies. I enjoyed him very much. He will be greatly missed. Go in peace, my good man.

geniph

(12,599 posts)
70. I remember when he first came to DU
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:27 PM
Aug 2024

We had some great exchanges, back in the day (he came to DU about six months after I did). I am so sorry to hear about this, he was a rational, intelligent, and amusing person whose posts brightened many of my days.

Alice Kramden

(2,414 posts)
71. Vibes of support to the family during this transition
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:28 PM
Aug 2024

Blessings of peace and comfort to The Magistrate - much appreciation and love

Self Esteem

(1,738 posts)
72. Sir, this is awful news. My condolences to his family. What a terrible loss for our community.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:28 PM
Aug 2024

JohnSJ

(96,779 posts)
73. Oh no, I am so sorry to hear this. I will sure miss him, and send his families my thoughts and prayers.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:28 PM
Aug 2024

Behind the Aegis

(54,901 posts)
74. To my friend, The Magistrate.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:29 PM
Aug 2024

Dear Sir,

Thank you for being one of the first to welcome me to DU 20 years ago. Thank you for helping navigate this place early on and providing some wonderful guffaws. I appreciate your style, wit, and compassion. I also appreciate the way you stood up for and spoke out on behalf of the Jewish community, in ways, many here, don't even know.

I wish you could have seen out first female president ascend to the White House, but maybe you still will. Who knows.

"If you have knowledge, let others light their candles in it."


To his family, please know there are many here who greatly enjoyed him and his posts and will feel his absence. You have my deepest sympathies in this difficult time.

May James' memory (my friend, The Magistrate) be for a blessing.

mzmolly

(51,698 posts)
75. So sad to learn of his
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:29 PM
Aug 2024

passing. DU will not be the same without his presence.

My condolence to family and friends.

debm55

(37,435 posts)
76. Dear The Magistrate. I will miss your topics, your courtesy, and knowledge. Rest in peace, Sir. You will be missed.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:30 PM
Aug 2024

Lonestarblue

(11,932 posts)
77. Such sad news.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:30 PM
Aug 2024

He will be missed on DU, always posting interesting and often pithy comments. Condolences to his family.

jmowreader

(51,563 posts)
78. One of the kindest and wisest members we've ever had
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:30 PM
Aug 2024

I always looked to his opinion on things. A truly solid gentleman.

PCIntern

(26,948 posts)
79. I am greatly saddened...
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:30 PM
Aug 2024

He had it all: erudite, clever, witty, excellent prose writer, a terrific member of our community who will be terribly missed.

May his memory always be for a blessing. My sincerest heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.

sellitman

(11,684 posts)
80. My Deepest Condolences to his family and friends.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:31 PM
Aug 2024

The Magistrate was a kind, intelligent, and compassionate individual who upheld the values of this Democratic community. He was well-respected and well-liked by many. I will miss him dearly and his loss will be felt by all who knew him. Rest in peace Sir.

Coventina

(28,004 posts)
81. My heart is broken. Dear Magistrate, you will be so sorely missed!
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:31 PM
Aug 2024

I will miss your posts, which were so unique and so scholarly.

I remember you and I once had a long discussion about the Chinese Royal Historian Sima Qian, and how much we both admired him.

It was so refreshing to be able to discuss such a figure with another like-minded soul!
You are irreplaceable, and the world will be less awesome without your presence.

Pass gently, surrounded by love and light.

You were truly an example of REN.

DinahMoeHum

(22,511 posts)
82. Rest In Power, Good Sir.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:32 PM
Aug 2024

You were one of my all-time favorite DUers, for your unique style of posting.

I will miss you greatly.

But one day ". . .I'll meet you further on up the road. . ."

Oopsie Daisy

(4,534 posts)
84. What a tragic loss for his loved ones...
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:34 PM
Aug 2024

... And for all of us. I'll miss his sharp wit and clever wisdom.

iwillalwayswonderwhy

(2,663 posts)
86. I never really interacted with him
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:34 PM
Aug 2024

But I always eagerly read his posts. Loved his logical insights and he often either calmed me down or worked my brain cells. He made a difference and he will be sorely missed.

My condolences to his loved ones.

Bucky

(55,334 posts)
88. So much gratitude for those who swim against the stream.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:35 PM
Aug 2024

I'm saddened to hear of his family's loss. I love people who challenge our assumptions. They make us all stronger.

Docreed2003

(17,852 posts)
89. "Fair winds and Following Seas", Sir
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:36 PM
Aug 2024

Last edited Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:30 PM - Edit history (1)

Your insights, posts, and presence will be sorely missed. Rest easy, sir.

My sincerest condolences to the family of Magistrate!

mamacita75

(118 posts)
90. This is such a loss
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:36 PM
Aug 2024

hearing about The Magistrate.
What a wonderful human being.
He will be surely missed.
Condolences to his family and friends.

LuvLoogie

(7,562 posts)
91. May we have his profile be forever active
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:36 PM
Aug 2024

and his posts remain in the mix.

A voice on point and spirited.

iemanja

(54,831 posts)
92. Oh, no. How awful!
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:36 PM
Aug 2024

What a great DUer! He was participating in threads with his usual decorum just this week. I wish his family the best.

UpInArms

(51,852 posts)
93. Pass gently, my dear Magistrate
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:37 PM
Aug 2024

You have given me pause in my posting, consideration in my heart and a knowledge that someone so much wiser and more patient than I could ever hope to be was sharing this marvelous planet with all of us.

The world will be a much smaller place without you.

I will miss you, my friend 🫂

Ocelot II

(121,236 posts)
95. That's such sad news!
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:39 PM
Aug 2024

He's been one of my favorite posters, always something wise and sensible to add to a discussion. He will be greatly missed. My condolences to his family.

Beastly Boy

(11,254 posts)
99. He has been my English teacher on par with Orwell.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:40 PM
Aug 2024

Farewell, Sir. It's been a rare privilege.

Lithos

(26,466 posts)
100. Rest well my friend.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:40 PM
Aug 2024

I worked closely with The Magistrate when I joined him in moderating the Israeli/Palestinian Forum at Jack Rabbit's retirement. The I/P forum at the time was unlike any other forum and prone to intense and personal flame wars between the various members. The topics and nuances of the situation required not only expertise but also the patience of Job. James was all of that and more. He was always fair, and no matter how heated the thread was, even if it was personally directed, he maintained a high standard and a sense of decorum.

Like me, he was a long-time student of military history and was very familiar with the many conflicts in the world over time. His passion for aircraft modeling was well-regarded by those in the hobby industry. We had many wonderful conversations about history and living in the 1970s. We talked about our personal lives and grew as friends. He always was a gentleman and a scholar. I am sad I never had the opportunity to meet him in person.

He and I used to quote an old military expression from the Philippine-American wars around 1900 about officers who served on the island of Samar during the fiercest of the campaigns. The allusion refers to the I/P forum.

Please stand for my friend James, "He served on Samar." Pass the bottle saved as a tontine and drink slowly and deeply to a gentleman, scholar, and true bohemian in life. May his memory serve as a blessing.

Rest well, my friend.

pacalo

(24,738 posts)
101. I'm so sorry!
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:40 PM
Aug 2024

He was a beautiful person, full of class, who treated everyone with respect. He will be missed a lot.

Niagara

(9,782 posts)
103. It's always devastating to read when we lose a DU member
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:41 PM
Aug 2024

Remember to give those that you love that extra hug, or to give someone that you love an extra kind word.



Rest in Paradise, The Magistrate. You will be missed.


PatrickforB

(15,121 posts)
104. I always liked reading the Magistrate's posts. He was clearly a good guy, and sharp. n/t
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:42 PM
Aug 2024

DaBronx

(486 posts)
106. Very sad
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:42 PM
Aug 2024

May he rest
In peace, may his
Memory
Be a blessing and may the family find strength and comfort.
I always found his
Posts interesting. Very sad news.

Raastan

(275 posts)
107. What a shock...
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:42 PM
Aug 2024

Every post of his was always worth reading. His grand demeanor and keen insights will be missed.

So long, Sir.....

orwell

(7,986 posts)
108. RIP Sir!
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:43 PM
Aug 2024

You were one of a kind and will be sorely missed.

Godspeed to you on your next journey sir.

To sir...with love.

Kid Berwyn

(18,199 posts)
110. Until we meet again, Sir!
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:44 PM
Aug 2024

The Magistrate greeted me when I was new to DU in 2002. My handle was “Oblomov” and he reminded me to delete the address information on my profile. Later I changed to Octafish. In every single post, interaction and discussion with The Magistrate, including a few where we might have disagreed on a subject, was an enlightening experience.

The news today has hit me like a hammer blow. ¡Hasta Siempre, Galante!

Hugin

(34,719 posts)
113. Oh, NO!
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:47 PM
Aug 2024

This is so very personally sad for me! It’s going to take me some time to process.

I was introduced to the reading of one of my very favorite authors, ‘Saki’ (H. H. Munro) by The Magistrate. Which has become a cherished source of my inspiration ever since.

Please, Magistrate, go swiftly to a better place. You will be sorely missed in this one.

Cha

(305,714 posts)
115. 💙The Magistrate/James/Papa is a Favorite of mine.💙
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:48 PM
Aug 2024

Mahalo for your Heartfelt tribute, EarlG

My Deepest Sympathies to his Family and Friends I think we form a bond of respect and gratitude with those we have read and interacted with for 2 decades that means so much. From my reaction of crying uncontrollably when I read this... I say I have that with The Magistrate.

He will be so very much missed on DU.

Coexist

(26,202 posts)
116. His gentlemanly posting style is one of the unique things that make DU, DU
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:48 PM
Aug 2024

He will be greatly, greatly missed and I am so very sorry for your loss

tavernier

(13,273 posts)
117. He was one of the Pillars of our beloved temple
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:49 PM
Aug 2024

and he will be sorely, sorely missed.

Can’t write more, tears are blurring the words.

blm

(113,841 posts)
119. Oh geez. He was as beloved as one can be
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:49 PM
Aug 2024

in online community.

🕯️🕯️🕯️

madaboutharry

(41,379 posts)
120. To the family of our dear friend The Magistrate.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:50 PM
Aug 2024

This sad and devastating news brings deep bereavement. He was always there to support his fellow DUers with kindness and wit, often defending them during contentious discussions. He was there for me on many occasions. The Magistrate saw things the way they were rather than how he wished they would be. His loss will be felt deeply by many who considered him a friend. I will miss him deeply.
In real life, it must have been a joy to know him.
May his memory forever be a blessing.

OAITW r.2.0

(28,521 posts)
121. I am going to miss him.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:50 PM
Aug 2024

The man was smart and well represented himself on this forum. A true loss for DU.

OC_Lars

(38 posts)
126. Indeed, Sir,
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:52 PM
Aug 2024

You will be missed. I’ve lurked for a long time and came to say condolences to the family and everyone here that will miss The Magistrate’s presence.

yonder

(10,005 posts)
130. I'm so sorry for your sudden and devastating loss. Ours, as well.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:54 PM
Aug 2024

His voice on this board will certainly be missed.

If I recall, he loved building model airplanes ... so, Good Sir, may you soar where your spirit takes you.

Hekate

(95,059 posts)
131. The Magistrate has always been one of my very favorite DUers, from the first time we met in 2002
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:54 PM
Aug 2024

With his Confucian sig-line and playful-formal Confucian persona — he brought out a joyful Taoist in me, and I’m not usually a happy person when it comes to politics.

When I replied to him as Sir, I always wished for a little emoji that was making a formal hands-in-sleeves bow.

The Magistrate lost a lot of his lightness when his son passed away, but was still our sage with the formal air.

I weep as I write this, Oh Sir, please don’t go yet. Yet if there is anything we learn as we age, it’s that we all must go in our time.

Come, Sir, let us sit by the river, recite poetry, and drink wine, and float our empty cups away in the moonlight.

With great regard, Sir, I bow to you one last time,
Hekate

The Master said, “Look closely into his aims, observe the means by which he pursues them, discover what brings him content — and can the man’s real worth remain hidden from you, can it remain hidden from you?” Analects, Book 2, #10


🪷 🪷


Kali

(55,829 posts)
132. oh I am so sad
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:55 PM
Aug 2024

condolences to friends, family, and all who knew him.

from his style of responding here to his meticulous models, he was a special DU character and will be missed greatly.

Dave says

(4,966 posts)
133. This is bad news indeed
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:55 PM
Aug 2024

My condolences to family and friends. He will be sorely missed. He was one of the bright stars I’ve had the pleasure to read over the last 22 years I’ve been here. Too soon, way to soon, even if he was an old codger like me.

134. There are friends you've never met in person. DUers fall into that category.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:56 PM
Aug 2024

Even though I've never met him personally, I feel a connection with the Magistrate through his participation in this forum. In many ways he's been more real than people I see every day. His intellect, wisdom and humor will be missed. My sympathies to the family. Rest in peace, Magistrate.

Mike Niendorff

(3,558 posts)
135. Words fail me.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:56 PM
Aug 2024

His voice, his wisdom and his insight will be greatly, greatly missed. His contribution here cannot be overstated, and my heart goes out to everyone who had the privilege of knowing this genuinely good and honorable man.


MDN

lpbk2713

(43,201 posts)
136. It won't be the same without The Magistrate.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:57 PM
Aug 2024


I always made it a point to read whatever he had to say.

My condolences to his friends and family. Be proud that you knew such a remarkable man.

GReedDiamond

(5,377 posts)
138. So sad to hear this...
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:57 PM
Aug 2024

...DU will not be the same without him.

My condolences to all who knew and loved him.

RIP, Sir.

tishaLA

(14,343 posts)
142. Terrible, terrible news.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:59 PM
Aug 2024

He was always one of my favorites at DU because of his wisdom and brilliant ability to turn a phrase.

Sogo

(5,809 posts)
143. So sorry to hear this. He was a standout and will be greatly missed....
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 07:59 PM
Aug 2024

Condolences to his family.

bsiebs

(762 posts)
144. Oh no.. l feel like I've lost a part of me...
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:00 PM
Aug 2024

He was always so respectful and full of joy

RIP sir

bdamomma

(66,627 posts)
146. So sorry to
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:01 PM
Aug 2024

hear this news about a devout Du'er. All thoughts to his family at this time.

11 Bravo

(24,075 posts)
147. Oh, no. This gentle, well-spoken, intelligent, and unfailingly polite man will be deeply missed.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:01 PM
Aug 2024

I pray for his peaceful passing, and for solace to his family members with the realization of what a genuinely good man he was.

BumRushDaShow

(143,480 posts)
149. Oh no!
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:03 PM
Aug 2024

He was just posting over the past couple days.

Damn.

All I can say is - "Give 'em hell wherever you are and wherever you go" (and I know you will).

highplainsdem

(52,649 posts)
150. Oh. no... I'm so sorry to hear this. I loved his posts, and he'll be missed so much. Thank you for telling
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:03 PM
Aug 2024

us and relaying his family's message, EarlG.

My condolences to his family and friends. This is a terrible, sudden goodbye for them, but I believe there are reunions on the other side and they will see him and enjoy his company again.

niyad

(120,410 posts)
152. I am so very sorry that you had to be the bearer of such sad news, EarlG,
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:04 PM
Aug 2024

but thank you so much for letting us know.

To the family and friends of our beloved The Magistrate, aka James, aka Papa,

Please know that our hearts and love and sorrow go out to all of you in this grievous loss. The Magistrate, as we knew him, is a tremendous loss to all of us here on DU. I remember encountering his posts when I first came to DU, months before I actually joined. From the first, I delighted in his formal, wickedly smart, often brutally ascerbic and funny, comments. His posts, amoung others, let me know that I had truly found my home in DU, and that has not changed in almost 22 years.

Please know that, just as James is/was part of our DU family, so, too, are all of you. We are here for you.

Holding you all in love and light,
Niyad

LudwigPastorius

(10,962 posts)
153. My condolences to his friends and family.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:05 PM
Aug 2024

I will miss his thoughtful, reasoned, and civil posts. This place will be a little less like DU without him.

Requiescat in pace, Sir.

TygrBright

(20,987 posts)
154. Oh, this hurts... SUCH a painful loss for our community, and for me.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:05 PM
Aug 2024

The Magistrate selected such a perfect username, adopting a 'magisterial' tone in his postings.

The sigline he chose: "When things are not called by their right names, what is said cannot make sense. When what is said does not make sense, what is planned cannot succeed. When plans do not succeed, people become uneasy. When people are uneasy, punishments do not fit crimes. When punishments do not fit crimes, people cannot know where to put hand or foot." revealed his commitment to clarity, quality of communication, and community-building.

He was one of the earliest posters I remember engaging with regularly, and I was always secretly quite chuffed when he posted an accolade in response to one of my posts. His breadth of knowledge and the depth of thought and analysis he brought to many discussions truly enriched the quality of interaction here.

I am not surprised to learn his real-world family and community knew him as a "kind, caring, funny, very very smart and loyal man who was considered very special by everyone who knew him". He was all that and more, here, and I will miss him greatly.

Vale, Sir.

sadly,
Bright

BoomaofBandM

(1,922 posts)
157. I always read his posts, for both their wisdom as well as their presentation.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:09 PM
Aug 2024

He posted responses to me a few times, which made me feel special. I do not post much, but he treated my opinions as important as those who post often. Thank you for sharing him with us, he will be missed. Condolences to his family, may his passing e peaceful.

Mme. Defarge

(8,563 posts)
158. I receive this news with genuine sadness.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:10 PM
Aug 2024

I always considered it a privilege when he responded to something I posted. A real loss for our community.

Mme. D.

karin_sj

(1,100 posts)
164. I'm so sorry to hear this
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:11 PM
Aug 2024

The Magistrate has definitely been a fixture here at DU over so many years. I remember his courtly, impeccably polite replies to everyone he encountered. He was one of the people here who made DU interesting and fun. Rest in peace, dear sir, and sympathy to your family and friends who are grieving their loss.

Keepthesoulalive

(725 posts)
165. He was an
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:12 PM
Aug 2024

Incredible wordsmith. When he spoke I listened. I am grateful for the time that I have had to enjoy his postings
and saddened that the world has lost an articulate and thoughtful human being. My condolences to his family and friends.

Clouds Passing

(2,555 posts)
166. I am so sorry for James and his family.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:12 PM
Aug 2024

Hold his hand, touch his heart, he will feel your presence and step away softly knowing he is loved and cared for.

hug:

JohnnyLib2

(11,233 posts)
173. What a huge loss
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:17 PM
Aug 2024

The Magistrate elevated discussions here with his unique style and politeness. It was a treat to read his comments and to notice how other members sometimes imitated him. He will be greatly missed. Like others, I will at times long for his contributions.
Condolences to his family and friends.

virgdem

(2,208 posts)
174. Rest in peace, Sir
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:17 PM
Aug 2024

You were an important voice for the DU community. An articulate, knowledgeable voice of reason when we needed it most. You will be missed.

WhiskeyGrinder

(24,029 posts)
176. I have interacted with the Magistrate many, many times over the years, and I have always found him to be a gallant and
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:21 PM
Aug 2024

good-faith debater. I always felt that he was someone who was willing to listen to my opinions -- which are not popular -- with an open mind and sometimes an open heart, which is all I can ask for online. And when I disagreed with him, I had only respect for him; never contempt. We also had a DM conversation that was one of the most gracious I have ever had on the internet with anyone. I am so, so sorry to hear this news and his family is in my thoughts.

JustAnotherGen

(33,733 posts)
178. Oh - I'm so sad to read this
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:22 PM
Aug 2024

If his family was reading - he was a gem. I suspect you will have so many good reasons to miss him.

COL Mustard

(6,940 posts)
180. I'm so sorry.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:25 PM
Aug 2024

I always enjoyed The Magistrate's posts. He was unfailingly polite, even when he disagreed with a poster.

lucca18

(1,322 posts)
181. You will be missed dear Magistrate.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:25 PM
Aug 2024

I always looked forward to your posts, and your words of wisdom.
I am so sorry.
Rest in Peace

MagickMuffin

(17,171 posts)
182. To Stardust We Return, May your journey take you beyond the Great Hereafter
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:26 PM
Aug 2024


I will miss your witty and informative posts. May your light shine bright

From his DU sigline

When things are not called by their right names, what is said cannot make sense. When what is said does not make sense, what is planned cannot succeed. When plans do not succeed, people become uneasy. When people are uneasy, punishments do not fit crimes. When punishments do not fit crimes, people cannot know where to put hand or foot.


NBachers

(18,168 posts)
186. A Death in Our Family- we all felt like we knew you. You made a difference. Thank you.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:31 PM
Aug 2024

liberalla

(10,062 posts)
196. Damn! I'm so sorry to learn of this! I always looked forward to his posts
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:51 PM
Aug 2024

and whatever he had to say on any topic. He contributed greatly to DU, and he often made me smile.

To the family and friends, I'm very sorry for your loss. I also appreciate you letting us know.

Pinback

(12,902 posts)
197. Oh, no -- sad and shocking news.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:53 PM
Aug 2024

The Magistrate (or James, as he’s now been revealed to us) has been a DU stalwart for almost 23 years. He’s always been a part of my DU, since I joined the group three months after he. What a force he has been within this community!

His prose was impeccable, his passion and intellect formidable in equal measure, his sly sense of humor devious and occasionally devastating. He certainly kept us on our toes by setting a consistently high bar for those of us who strive to think and write as well as he did.

I would be lying if I said I always agreed with him — and I know he would not want any of us to pretend otherwise — but I can honestly say that his arguments were always bolstered with a deep knowledge of history and culture, thoughtfully reasoned, and quite artfully expressed. No one could accuse him of anything less than 100 percent loyalty to the Democratic Party and the profoundly human values it represents.

I had very few direct interactions with him, although I always read his posts, because I considered him one of the DU members whose ideas and opinions were consequential. As much as it pains me to admit it, he caused me to change my mind a few times, or at least to soften some of my perspectives.

I remember when The Magistrate reported that he’d be away for a while after his son unexpectedly keeled over dead. The father of two myself, I have some sense of the anguish that such a loss brings — although only the parent who’s lost a beloved child can truly know that kind of grief. And now James’s family has to find the strength to bear another unbearable loss.

I hope his family and friends will find some solace in knowing that he had much love and respect from this cantankerous community of unlikely allies, and his influence will long linger.

WarGamer

(15,631 posts)
199. a REAL DU powerhouse...
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:55 PM
Aug 2024

Will be missed by all... even those at the other end of his razor sharp whit!!

greatauntoftriplets

(176,941 posts)
200. On no! This is such sad news.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:56 PM
Aug 2024

I was lucky to meet The Magistrate a few times. He was not what I expected, but the minute he walked into the restaurant we all knew it was him.

Though I never knew his educational level, The Magistrate has to be one of the most widely read people I've ever known. There was nothing that he could not -- or would not --discuss with great intelligence. I served with him as a moderator years ago. He was a big help to me in learning the ins and outs.

This is a lovely tribute to him. As you say, he was a great Democrat and a great DUer. I'll miss him.

My best to his family.

His name was Jim.

hurl

(979 posts)
202. What a great voice to be celebrated!
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 08:58 PM
Aug 2024

We will be the less without him, but we will redouble our efforts as he would no doubt want us to.

babylonsister

(171,659 posts)
203. Absolutely terrible news.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:00 PM
Aug 2024

I loved him and looked for him and thought about him often. I always giggled when I had to address him as The Magistrate. I loved his 2 cents. I mourned with everyone when he lost his son. I will miss him.

nolabear

(43,276 posts)
204. I'm so very sorry. He was family here.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:01 PM
Aug 2024

My goodness. It’s hard to fathom this place without his dignity and wry humor.

May he cross easy, and may all who love him find peace.

MyMission

(2,000 posts)
205. In the 2 hours since this sad news was posted
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:02 PM
Aug 2024

190 written comments and 383 acknowledgements.
The many replies I read expressed many of my own feelings about the Magistrate.
Clearly he was respected and appreciated by this community, myself included.
His loss will be deeply felt, and he will be sorely missed.

May his memory be a blessing.

Rhiannon12866

(223,432 posts)
209. Oh no! One of my first friends here! A wise and very well spoken man and an incredible long time DUer!
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:04 PM
Aug 2024

I will miss his wise words and his kindness.

sabbat hunter

(6,901 posts)
210. When I was a kid
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:05 PM
Aug 2024

the same that same thing happened to a close friend of my parents. The kind of friends that you call them aunt, and uncle. Given clean bill of health by doctor. Went out to play tennis, and dropped dead.
My deepest sympathies to his friends, and family. May his memory be a blessing.
hamakom yinachem et-chem b'toch sh'ar avelei tzion v'yerushalayim (may you be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem

Jack Valentino

(1,468 posts)
211. Very sad indeed. I was just reading posts from him in the last few days.....
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:06 PM
Aug 2024

I wish him peace, and condolences his family...

Permanut

(6,701 posts)
212. One of the foundation rocks of this community..
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:07 PM
Aug 2024

He will be well remembered and missed. I will miss him.

Orrex

(64,220 posts)
216. Oh no how terrible!
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:14 PM
Aug 2024

The Magistrate has been a pillar of DU since years before I joined. His passing will leave a vast emptiness that will never be filled.

Rest well, James. You've earned it.





sheshe2

(87,879 posts)
217. Rest in Peace and Rest in Power, Sir.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:15 PM
Aug 2024

You will be sorely missed.

My condolences to the family for their loss.

dweller

(25,153 posts)
218. We are the lesser by one
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:15 PM
Aug 2024

But so greater from his words and the wisdom he bestowed upon us all .

✌🏻 In your passage kind Sir

Liberal In Texas

(14,566 posts)
219. This is terrible news. When I would see a post from The Magistrate I knew I was in for something
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:15 PM
Aug 2024

insightful, sardonic or just plain brilliant.

What a tremendous loss for our community and for the country.

I am so sorry that he will not be around to see Trump drummed off the political stage.

RIP, Sir.

harumph

(2,372 posts)
220. I'm so sorry to hear this.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:15 PM
Aug 2024

He combined great concision, brutal truth and wit in his comments.

LetMyPeopleVote

(155,122 posts)
221. The Magistrate and his family will be in my prayers
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:17 PM
Aug 2024

I am a big fan of the Magistrate. I am so sad to hear this news

FailureToCommunicate

(14,342 posts)
223. Thank you EarlG for letting us know this sad news. DU is people, with good hearts...
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:20 PM
Aug 2024

and his was a heart of oak.

May he rest now, in peace, with his son.

betsuni

(27,274 posts)
226. Intelligent, witty, hilarious snark when deserved, excellent judge of people and issues, had a unique style.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:23 PM
Aug 2024

I was a little envious at how effortlessly he wrote those wonderful comments! Was almost aways right and I trusted his opinions. One of my favorite DUers, I'll remember him.

Sparkly

(24,352 posts)
286. Yes - one of the few people of whom I could truly say, "There is no one else quite like him"
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 11:43 PM
Aug 2024

and, "He's irreplaceable around here." There won't be another like The Magistrate!

NEOBuckeye

(2,830 posts)
230. Deepest sympathies to his family.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:29 PM
Aug 2024

I loved his unique wit and jousty style. The Magistrate will certainly be missed.

Mz Pip

(27,921 posts)
232. It's hard to imagine
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:30 PM
Aug 2024

this place without him.

My thoughts are with him and his family. 💙

Sparkly

(24,352 posts)
234. Godspeed, Good Sir!!!
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:32 PM
Aug 2024

I will never forget my exchanges with The Magistrate from 2004 forward. The fact that we always seemed to agree might have been due to his consistent graciousness, or our shared brilliance.

If I'd ever been asked, "Which DUer would you most like to converse with in person?" it would surely have been The Magistrate.

Although I haven't been around DU much for the last 5-10 years, The Magistrate stays in my memories!

Thanks to his family for sharing this marvelous man with the rest of us! All my best to you as you process your loss, and celebrate his life.


littlemissmartypants

(25,717 posts)
236. Deep condolences to all of those who love him.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:35 PM
Aug 2024

Sir, you were a role model for us all. You will be deeply missed. Thank you so much for everything. Best wishes to you on your trip to eternity. We love you.

❤️ pants

sueh

(1,872 posts)
239. Cross gently, dear Sir....
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:42 PM
Aug 2024

You will be missed here on DU. Thank you for being a rock, a questioner, a debater, a supporter, a Democrat, and for always telling it like it is. Peace on the other side.

sueh

(1,872 posts)
241. Cross gently, dear Sir.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:43 PM
Aug 2024

You will be missed here on DU. Thank you for being a rock, a questioner, a debater, a supporter, a Democrat, and for always telling it like it is. Peace on the other side.

wendyb-NC

(3,856 posts)
243. Oh no. That's so sad
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:53 PM
Aug 2024

My deep and sincere condolences to his loved ones. May all be surrounded and embraced at this time with the power of love and life to remember and celebrate this great individual.

May The Magistrate R.I.P.

Mousetoescamper

(5,350 posts)
244. This is sad news. I enjoyed his knowledgable posts and sense of humor.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:54 PM
Aug 2024

He was one-of-a-kind and a true patriot. We won't likely see another that approaches his knowledge of history, politics and human nature.

Condolences to his family and to all who will miss his presence.




summer_in_TX

(3,267 posts)
245. I just loved it when The Magistrate posted.
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:55 PM
Aug 2024

Brilliant, of course. Measured. Humane, enlightened, witty, wise. He always brought us the opportunity to rise to his level. I valued his presence here and will miss him.

Rest in peace, dear Magistrate.

angrychair

(9,816 posts)
246. One of the absolute best
Sat Aug 31, 2024, 09:57 PM
Aug 2024

His voice will be missed and you have my deepest condolences and proud to have been associated with him on DU with such a great community.
Fair winds and following seas.