The last thing I want to do...is offend people and ostracize myself.
I have a group of close personal friends that are all my world. My family is my world. And as long as those people are happy with me, then I'm happy with myself.
I have hurt people. It was unintentional, but nevertheless, there was damage done.
My comments concerning persons afflicted with AIDS as well as various minority groups have left people wondering if I am a racist.
About my presumed hatred of the people of New York, the comments I made over six months ago offended many people. I'm fully aware of this and I sincerely apologize,
I also am fully aware that the overwhelming majority of people in this city are extremely charismatic, full of personality -- though a bit spirited at times -- but nevertheless that doesn't make them bad people,