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D.C. United
With Steven Goff
Washington Post Staff Writer
Friday, April 11 2003; 11 a.m. ET

D.C. United will open its 30-game, seven-month schedule Saturday night at Kansas City. What are the hopes for the team this season? How will United defender Milton Reyes injury affect the season? Should the MLS punish forward Hristo Stoitchkov for injuring an American University player in a scrimmage two weeks ago?

Washington Post sports reporter Steve Goff was online to discuss D.C. United and Major League Soccer.

The transcript follows.

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Fairfax, Va.: Steve, I went to the preseason game in Richmond to see how the new look United was coming together. I can say I was pretty disappointed with how they played. Do you think United's lack of quality opponents in the preseason will hurt them early in the season? Also do you see Earnie Stewart being more effective as a striker or midfielder like he plays for the national team?

Thanks.

Steve Goff: Greetings!

Thanks for all the questions. Let's get started.....

The Richmond game was not a pretty sight. Not much going on with United, although I thought Convey, Olsen, Kovalenko and Quintanilla played well.

Ideally, I think DCU would like to keep Stewart upfront, but they're probably going to need him in midfield, especially if Etcheverry isn't effective.

Falls Church, Va.: What conditions do you think need to exist for DC United to get their own stadium? We've heard some recent comments by individuals in regards to the possibility of building a stadium, how serious do you take these comments?

Steve Goff: If Phil Anschutz is serious about it -- and it appears he is -- the stadium will probably be built. Look how quickly the LA project got completed. One of the complications here is the fact that RFK and its parking lots (where a new stadium would be built) is on government land and may provide some unique obstacles.

Hanover, Pa.: Steve, thanks for taking the time to do this.

Do you think D.C.'s entrance into the Super Y League before anyone else will help them in the long run if MLS decides to form a reserve or youth system in the future? Will getting in on the ground floor give the team an edge or is it more of a marketing and goodwill program to the local soccer community?

Steve Goff: I'm sure DCU's youth teams will help them a little in the long run as far as identifying some local talent. But I wouldn't expect any great revelations to come out of that program. (Maybe I'll be proven wrong.)

Montgomery Village, Md.: Do you get the impression that Etcheverry is "on the bubble" with regards to his early season play?

Steve Goff: Yes!
DCU desperately needs Marco to produce.
If he doesn't Stewart or perhaps Convey could run the midfield.

RFK: So does no Reyes mean our backline is for sucks now? Any players that you've noticed in practice or scrimmages that have surprised you in a good or bad way?

Steve Goff: Namoff played well at left back after coming on for Reyes last weekend at Richmond. Then again, that was against an A League team. The club likes Brian Carroll a lot, but he may not be ready for a real MLS game yet. Stokes could develop into a good player.

Arlington, Va.: Mr. Goff, thanks for the outstanding DCU coverage during the winter. It was really great to keep up with the team through your column.

I am dying to see United in a new, smaller soccer stadium. Do you think this is a real possibility? And how soon do you think it could happen?

Steve Goff: Yes, I think there's a good chance it will happen. AEG seems very commited, and once the sports commission knows more about its baseball bid, soccer could move to the forefront. We'll see...
A new stadium for 2006? Perhaps...

Alexandria, Va.: Ray's tummy is acting up chronically, it seems to me the past couple of times I've talked with him. Is anyone in management concerned about Ray's health? He'll have to be drug kicking and screaming to hospital, if necessary.

Any word about Blackburn in July?

Steve Goff: Ray has been fighting off some colds and flus this winter, but I think he just misses the Florida sun. We'll have to see if this team gives him ulcers.

Blackburn is a possibility, according to www.ussocceruk.com. I haven't checked into it...

Rockville, Md.: How long will Ray support Marco if the season does not start off well, and how will the injuries to the defenders make an assesment of Marco's play more difficult?

Steve Goff: Stewart moving into midfield for the opener will help Marco, but if things don't go well the first few games, I wouldn't be surprised if you saw a change in that playmaker role.
The defensive ailments will certainly have an impact bec. everyone else is going to have to help out in the back.

Adams Morgan, Washignton, D.C.: Did you see the Stoitchkov tackle in person? Do you think the punishment is fair?

Steve Goff: Yes, I saw it in person, but from the far side of the field. What I'll remember most is the sound -- the impact and the AU kid's screams. It wasn't a pleasant experience. Was it a fair punishment? Hard to say. Did Stoitchkov intend to break his leg? No. Was he agitated at that moment? Yes, probably. Was it reckless and deserving of a red card? Yes. Was it a malicious assault? I don't think so. Tough call for MLS...

Montgomery Village, Md.: Given the fact that the Hendricks may now get involved with a new stadium, do you think that puts any more pressure on the DCSEC to move a little more decisively with regards to a new stadium, else risk the possiblity that the team(s) could move out of the city altogther?

Steve Goff: I wouldn't be surprised if, by this summer, there are more definitive plans for a soccer stadium. However, there will be a lot of groups (and politics) involved and will take some time to work it all out. Just my impression...

Washington, D.C.: Do you think that Petke, Nelsen, and Prideaux have any chance of stopping Josh Wolfe and company this weekend?

Steve Goff: Prideaux won't play because of hamstring injury. Nonetheless, not a lot of speed in DC's backfield. They could have some problems.

Arlington, Va.: Steve, It seems like DC United is one of the only MLS teams that can attract EPL competition in the US and in England. Do you think that DC's more traditional name and style contribute to that? Are there other factors within the league that we don't know about?

Steve Goff: DCU has some name recognition bec. of their past success in MLS and internationally. That helps.

Alexandria, Va.: Stephen, thanks for being here to chat today. Do you think Hudson is trying to form a team that will be similar is style to his very successful and entertaining Fusion side of 2001? Can United play in that style, or should they go in a different tactical direction?

Steve Goff: I'm sure Hudson would love to replicate his Fusion team, but injuries might prevent it. I'm interested to see how this team evolves once Ivanov and the others return. Reyes's absence is a major blow.

Washington, D.C.: The Post always seems to run articles about the possibility of baseball moving to D.C. without mentioning the potential impact on D.C. United. I was encouraged to see not just one, but two articles this week regarding MLS, the Anschutz Entertainment Group, the Freedom ownerhip (Discovery) and the D.C. Sports and Entertainment Commission discussing the possibility of building a soccer stadium somewhere on the RFK grounds.

How serious do you think these discussions are?

Given the opaque and secretive nature of MLS, the Anschutz Group and the SEC -- how does an enterprising reporter like you get the truth out of them?

Is there any indication that Anthony Williams has any interest in this matter (he seems hell-bent on getting baseball in D.C. but he never mentions soccer)?

Steve Goff: From all indications, the sports commission and the mayor are very interested in a soccer stadium. Financing a new facility, through public and private funds, will be the challenge, I suppose.
The discussions are serious, but in the early stages. As I noted before, if Anschutz wants it to happen, it probably will.

Washington, D.C.: My question regards Milton Reyes and the team salary cap.

Will the league allow D.C. United any relief under the salary cap for his injury?

It seems as though he may miss the whole season. Would the team have to cut him to be allowed any more space under the cap?

Steve Goff: DCU is inquiring about roster and salary cap relief, but I don't believe they will get it.
Also, they aren't allowed to dump an injured player, nor would they want to get rid of a talent like Reyes.

Montgomery Village, Md.: What is the attitude in the locker room this season, as opposed to last season?

Steve Goff: Very upbeat, very positive, excellent chemistry.
If the team starts poorly, we'll see if that attitude changes.

Prince Frederick: Any thoughts about the drubbings MLS teams took in the CONCACAF Champion's Cup? It was pretty depressing to see our best teams so thoroughly humiliated.

Steve Goff: Very surprising results, esp. from two good MLS teams.

Arlington, Va.: What do you think of David Stokes? The rumor is he's the second coming of Eddie Pope (skill wise, not just being real quiet!)

Steve Goff: Stokes is VERY quiet. At a luncheon the other day, Hudson joked, "Stokes makes Eddie Pope look like Don Rickles!"

Stokes has great size and some good skills, but he'll need some time.

Washington, D.C.: Is DCU really going to play with one striker tomorrow night? Is Eskandarian just not ready yet or are they that concerned about the defense?

Steve Goff: Eskandarian looks good, but with DCU's striking corps in good shape (with the exception of Stoitchkov's suspension), he'll have to sit for now. I'm guessing the first "forward" off the bench tomorrow would be Quintanilla.

Burke, Va.: Hi Steven, Thanks for your outstanding work! Is Hudson committed to developing our new young players including David Stokes, Brian Carroll and Alecko Eskandarian? The Chicago Fire has a history of effectievly integrating rookies into their lineup. Carols Bocanegra and Jim Curtin are just two examples. Will our rookies rot on the bench? I ask because Stokes or Carroll would seem to be good options in our current defensive pinch. Thanks!

Steve Goff: Hudson likes Stokes and Carroll, but I don't think he believes they are ready to step into an MLS game this early in the season. With the defensive injuries (and uncertainties), as well as Nelsen's departure for Confederations Cup in June, I wouldn't be surprised if Stokes gets some playing time. Carroll could turn into a real nice player, but he's still learning the pro game.

Richmond, Va.: I was at the Richmond game. I thought the result was somewhat mixed for Quaranta (who seems a lot bigger than I expected). I was looking forward to seeing Eskandarian, but was disappointed. What do you think it would take for Eskandarian to start? With Stoitchkov's suspension, do you think we'll see him this weekend. Is he as good as touted?

Steve Goff: I've been very impressed with Eskandarian, the few times I've seen him. What stands out is how quick he can get off a shot --- I'd be shocked if he doesn't make it in this league.
His time will come, but maybe not this weekend.

Philipsburg, Pa.: Steve,

With all the changes that have occurred at United both in the front office and on the field, do you feel that this could be the year United returns to be the MLS top team on and off the field?

Steve Goff: I don't know what to think of this team right now. They could win the championship -- or they could finish dead-last again.

Syracuse, N.Y.: Steve, thanks for being here. Do you see Petke, Stewart and Kovolenko (in for Pope, Moreno and Williams) as a step up or down in quality for the team? I'd say on the balance it looks about even, but we'll have to see how these new starters fit in.

Steve Goff: Stewart and Stoitchkov are big-time professionals and will have major impacts on this team. Watching Stoitchkov deliver 40-yard passes to the appropriate foot of a teammate at practice or crushing a left-footed shot from 25 yards on goal is quite a sight. If he stays healthy (and suspension-free!), he will definitely help.
Likewise, Stewart's experience is invaluable.

Nottingham, UK: Hello Steve. Do you think Ben Olsen will return to England at the end of his contract? We'd love him back here, and hopefully in the Premiership if we can keep it going. Good luck to DC United this season! Can't wait till DC United's turn on Channel 5 over here.

Steve Goff: Olsen would love to go back to England, but he needs to have a good year with DCU to prove to everyone that's he's back. (By the way, his contract, I believe, is up after this season.)

Washington, D.C.: Mr. Goff,

Do you have any idea how DC United is doing as far as season ticket sales? It's been my impression that in spite of three woeful seasons they've been able to maintain momentum at the box office.

Steve Goff: I believe they have 7,100 season tix sold.

Manchester, England: Steve. Do you in your own opinion think that Santino Quaranta is potentially good enough to play in the Premiership or EPL as you Americans call it! He sounds like he is something special, but that we haven't seen enough of him yet.

Steve Goff: Santino has shown flashes the last two years, but unless he has a productive season this year, I can't imagine he'll go to Europe.

Arlington, Va.: Does Marco look like he's done any conditioning in the off-season? I remember in the post-game celebration following a rare victory last year he ran to the Screaming Eagles section and pulled up his jersey revealing a spare tire that looked quite inappropriate on the body of a professional athlete. Maybe that has had something to do with all his injuries?

Steve Goff: Marco's fitness has been a factor the last couple seasons. Is he in ideal shape at the moment? I couldn't tell you. His performance this weekend could reveal quite a bit.

Washington, D.C.: We all know Ray Hudson gives good quotes, and that locker room morale is now high. How is he at the other side of coaching, the nuts and bolts tactical stuff?

Steve Goff: Much of the tactical approach is handled by his assistant, John Trask.

Rockville, Md.: Bobby Convey is playing three different positions for the three teams he plays on. Do you know how he feels about this and where do you prefer to see him play? Is he really as mature as he seems?

Steve Goff: Would you believe "veteran" Bobby Convey, age 19, has the third-longest tenure on DCU (behind Etcheverry and Olsen)??
Convey is a flexible player who can fill several roles. He's very good on the left flank, but when Hudson tried him in the middle early last year, he didn't do well. Arena is trying him at left back bec., on the international level, that;s probably where he would be most effective for the national team. For now, he'll play on the left for DCU, but that could certainly change (if the defense falters, if Marco has problems, if there are more injuries, etc.)...

London, England: Steve. Do you think MLS should expand in 2005, or wait?

Steve Goff: They definitely need to expand and increase their national presence. Ten teams simply isn't enough to attract much attention nationally. I would expect one big market (Houston or Philly or Seattle) and one smaller market (Tulsa or Cleveland or Rochester) to be added for '05.
Depends on a firm commitment from an investor and solid plans for a stadium.

Champlain Street, Washington, D.C.: Does DC United have a jersey sponsor this year (not that I mind the kit sans advertising).

Steve Goff: Sorry, I don't know.

Washington, D.C.: Hi,

Saw Stoichkov break a kid's leg during a scrimmage at American University a few weeks ago. How often does DC United scrimmage with local universities and why don't they better publicize it? (It's fascinating to get to watch that close up). Also, will that injury have any effect on future scrimmages?

Steve Goff: DCU played many scrimmages against college teams this spring, including several in Florida. The games aren't usually publicized so the team/school doesn't have to worry about crowd control.
Will the Stoitchkov incident affect future plans? Hudson said after the AU game that he's not sure he will schedule college scrimmages that late in the preseason again bec. of the level of intensity of his squad. When an MLS team is a few weeks from their season opener and the intensity level is much higher than in, say, February, there is a big difference between pro and college players. The chance for injury is much greater.

Fairfax, Va.: It's obvous that DC made a major mistake this year, in trading away Pope to free salary room to keep paying an unprodcutive Etcheverry. Etcheverry was great 4-5 years ago, now he is just taking up space. How is it that he is still around? He should have been released!

And I bet at least once this season both he and Hristo will get red cards in the same game becuase they are both hotheads.

Steve Goff: Etcheverry and Stoitchkov.....not the calmest players in MLS, for sure.

Newcastle, England: I was at the DC United vs Newcastle friendly a couple of years ago and liked RFK a lot. With American Cricket (Baseball) possibily moving DC United into a new stadium of their own, are you sad if this happens, or happy that DC United might get a new stadium?

Steve Goff: I love RFK -- it might be the best big venue for soccer in this country -- but a 25,000-seater designed with soccer in mind would be special.

Philadelphia, Pa.: Steve,

What can we as fans do to help move the stadium process along?

Steve Goff: Be nice to Kevin Payne (Anschutz's main man), John Hendricks and Bobby Goldwater.

Washington, D.C.: I've heard it mentioned that DC United had the opportunity to take either Nick Rimando or Adin Brown after Miami and Tampa ceased operation a few years ago. Is this true, and how did Brown end up in New England? He seems like a top quality keeper.

Steve Goff: I can't recall the details of the dispersal draft, but Rimando has proven he's one of the best in the league. So has Brown.

McLean, Va.: What chance do you see of Hudson finishing the season as United's coach?

Steve Goff: Barring a complete disaster, I would imagine Hudson will be in charge all season.

Washington, D.C.: Will DCU play a full team against a team of journeymen like Spurs or rest them for more important games?

Steve Goff: United officials INSIST that Spurs will bring over their top players. But considering the Premiership ends just a few days before the DCU-Spurs game, I'm a little skeptical. We'll see. It would be fun to see both teams at full strength.

Burke, Va.: Is there any truth to Ray's quote that United may have to give up a promising young attacker in order to bring in defensive help? Why can't we just suck it up and be a team until Prideaux and Ivanov are healthy -- which is only weeks away?!

Steve Goff: I'd be very surprised if they traded Convey, Olsen, Quaranta, Eskandarian or Quintanilla.
Ivanov and Prideaux will be back soon.

North Bethesda, Md.: Any response from Hristo on the suspension? Does he think it's "fair?"

Steve Goff: He seemed to be okay with the fine and suspension.
By the way, the fine seemed kind of silly, didn't it? --- $2,000 for a guy who has four homes around the world. I don't think he'll miss that money.

Arlington, Va.: Do you see all the broadcasting improvements for the league and DC United as long term trends. Will the English language radio broadcasts on 1150 a.m., Saturday morning Univision show, and expanded league coverage on FSW all be around for a few years, or will it depend on viewer and listener numbers?

Steve Goff: I imagine it depends on ratings and listener/viewer feedback, but certainly a good sign to see increased visibility.

Baltimore, Md.: How does Swann's signing with Indiana affect United? Are his MLS rights still held by DC?

Steve Goff: I may be wrong about this, but since he signed with the minor league team, I don't think DCU can call him in at all this season.

Arlington, Va.: Isn't there an exhibition with a Premiereship team set for RFK? There's nothing on the DC Web site.

Steve Goff: Tottenham Hotspur is coming for an exhibition on May 14. John Harkes will make his MLS farewell for DCU in that match -- nice touch.

Washington, D.C.: I have another question about the possible soccer stadium. If DC builds a small soccer stadium, and RFK is torn down and a strictly baseball stadium is built, will DC lose the opportunity to host national team games that can sell out a 50,000 seat stadium? Wouldn't they favor large stadiums like the Rose Bowl and Foxboro then? Having been at RFK for most international games since World Cup 94, it would be sad to not have access to that.

Steve Goff: Big games will always require big stadiums, so USA-Mexico will need a large venue. Same thing if England or Italy were to come over.
Medium-sized facilities, such as Crew Stadium, Home Depot Center and, potentially, a new place next to RFK, would be in line for second-level friendlies (Paraguay, Canada, Ecuador, etc.) but more importantly, they would be prime locations for World Cup qualifiers.

Stafford, Va.: What do you think the problem was in regards to away games last year? It was depressing.
Is La Barra Brava that important that it needs to travel with the team?

Steve Goff: Barra Brava is the key to the season.
:-)

Montgomery Village, Md.: Hristo was known in Chicago as a mentor to the younger players. Do you see that same kind of relationship developing here?

Steve Goff: Absolutely. He seems to have forged good relationships with Eskandarian and others.

Adams Morgan, Washington, D.C.: How's Rimando looking since his injury?

Steve Goff: Looking good. Seems to be 100 percent or close to it.

Nottingham, England: Do you think it would be nice to have Nottingham Forest play at RFK and at the City Ground in a Ben Olsen Cup. There is a perfect link between the two clubs, more than say Spurs.

Steve Goff: I'm sure DCU would love to play Forest, home and away.
The Spurs connection is this: Juergen Klinsmann played for Spurs, and now is a consultant of sorts for Anschutz Entertainment Group, which operates DCU.

Stevenson, Md.: Steve:

Was not picking up Harkes the right move? Would he really have hurt the chemistry more than helped it?

Steve Goff: Chemistry was the key issue for Hudson. He knew Harkes could still play, but he wasn't sure how well he would fit into the team.
Would've been nice to see Harkes finish his career in DC, but it was not to be.

Georgetown, Washington, D.C.: I've heard rumors that this might be WUSA's last year. What is the financial state of MLS? Need I worry about its future? And what's your take on Arena's reviewing of youngsters? Think Adu will be on the big squad soon? Thanks

Steve Goff: MLS will be around as long as Phil Anschutz and Lamar Hunt want it to be. The WUSA could use those guys on their side.

Ah, the first Freddy Adu question! I'm sure the USSF will be very patient with young Freddy.

Mt. Pleasant, Washington, D.C.: Thanks for all the good work on the soccer beat Steve.

It looks like this is going to be another long hard slog for United this season. Is there anybody on the team you're betting on having a break out year?

Steve Goff: For DCU to be successful this year, I think Quaranta or Convey needs to have a big season and the defense will have to settle in.

Adams Morgan, Washington, D.C.: Will the Post be doing an MLS preview page tomorrow? I appreciate all the coverage the paper did during the World Cup!

Steve Goff: Yes, MLS spread in tomorrow's paper.
No, it won't be as big as the World Cup previews.
;-)

Washington, D.C.: We need Freddy Adu on DCU now! He's the future of soccer in America, don't you think?

Thanks for doing this, by the way!

Steve Goff: Freddy is, um, pretty good.
Not sure where he's headed next...

Carolina: Steve,

Is Stokes the real deal?

Steve Goff: A lot of potential.
Not there yet.

Florida: How much soccer conversation is there in the Post offices? Does anyone support, say, Newcastle avidly or anything like that?

Steve Goff: Newcastle is rubbish!
(Just kidding, my old friend)

Readers would be quite surprised how many soccer fanatics there are at the Post. To name a few...movie reviewer Desson Howe (raised in England) supports Man U, as does Christian Swezey; high school sports editor Jon DeNunzio (note the last name) is a Juventus fan. Former Post intern Marc Stein (ESPN basketball guy) loves Man City.
Me? I just love good football.

North Bethesda, Md.: Were you at all surprised by the mini-furor over Santino's private life in the offseason? Do you think that it was handled well (by the club, by the family, by USSF)?

Steve Goff: The lack of details spurred a lot of (unfair) speculation. Maybe the team or the USSF should've been upfront about it. I don't know...all's well in the end and Santino is a very happy father now.

Bethesda, Md.: Has soccer arrived in America yet? If not, what will it take?

Steve Goff: It's getting there.
Think of where the sport was, say, in the late 1980s. The NASL was gone and the only live stuff was indoor junk, the APSL and college soccer. Now, there is a pro league averaging 15K per game and a national team that's making its mark internationally. Not to mention the success of women's soccer...

Washington, D.C.: Etcheverry retires, DC uses that allocation to sign Adu.

Tell me this will happen next offseason. Please.

Steve Goff: Hmmmm......

Let the speculation begin!

Arlington, Va.: What did you think of the Crew-LA game last week? LA didn't impress me (but alas, they never do!) I thought Buddle was impressive and Martino (except for the missed shot that could have won the game).

Steve Goff: I was on I-95 on the way to Richmond for DCU game and missed the MLS match.
But I can say that Martino and Buddle are on the verge of becoming big-time players in this league.

Catonsville, Md.: How would you rate MLS' PR efforts.

Steve Goff: Quite good, for the most part. The Web sites, particularly for MLS and DCU, have improved dramatically over the years.

Washington, D.C.: Who will be the better analyst in the long run -- Harkes, Lalas or Whinalda?

Steve Goff: Hard to bet against Lalas.

Goalkeeping: What is the goalkeeping situation? Where did Mark Simpson go? And is Nick Rimando available for the opener, or is he still injured?

Steve Goff: Mark Simpson is an assistant coach with the Va. Beach A League team.
Rimando is the DCU starter, rookie Doug Warren is the back-up and either Jorge Geddes or this new kid from Duquesne will fill the No. 3 slot.

North Bethesda, Md.: Steve,

Are you seeing a dramatic increase in the amount of MLS groupies?

I'll take your answer off the air.

Steve Goff: They all love Landon Donovan.

Mike Segroves --- Norman, Okla.: Steve:

If OKC or Tulsa gets an expansion team and new stadium before a new stadium is built in DC, will there be a mass suicide of DC fans?

Steve Goff: I thought they only play (American) football in Oklahoma!
:-)

Gaithersburg, Md.: I wanted to know if any security improvements have been made in the stadium. I have season tickets and I am concerned about the lack of a family safe enivorment. I have often noticed that people freely move up several rows and then take out liquor bottles from their pockets. My section is called the family section but I do not see much security around it. When I have seen security they just stand and watch. Not once have they asked to see anyone tickets or removed bottles. Is this year going to be different for me and my family?

Steve Goff: Good question! I have heard some complaints from parents over the years.
Your best bet is to address stadium management before next week's home opener.

McLean, Va.: What's the best mid-sized soccer stadium in the U.S. (or overseas, for that matter)? RFK is wonderful, but for the 10,000-20,000 crowds for MLS it feels a little empty. I've heard that other cities have more size-appropriate stadiums that make it a much more enjoyable experience to watch. Any favorites, and why?

Steve Goff: Portland, Ore. was great, until they turned it back into a baseball/A-League stadium following that one WC qualifier.
Can't wait to get to Home Depot Center.

Washington, D.C.: Will the Women's World Cup be called off because of this whole SARS thing?

Steve Goff: Quite possible.
Maybe they could move it to the United States.

Baltimore, Md.: This preseason has gone almost as badly as is possible. Please give us some good news.

Steve Goff: Maybe some good news tomorrow at Arrowhead. Or maybe not.

That's all the time I have. Thanks for your questions -- there were many I couldn't get to.

Feel free to contact me anytime at goffs@washpost.com.

Cheers,
SG

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