I've just gotten word from someone I trust that Carla Cohen of Politics and Prose, under a hail of criticism, has reconsidered her decision to disinvite author Saree Makdisi. "So this story may have a happy ending. If
this all works out, I imagine it'll be a big and well-attended event," says my source.
A deep bow to Carla Cohen. She's not the only one to have made a misstep in this very complicated field. Lots of people I know have hurt others and caused bitterness. And I'm not talking about IEDs and RPGs, just words. To admit a mistake and amend it is truly divine.
(Also: My lame excuse for not calling Carla Cohen or Norton to try and confirm this report is I'm a blogger and not a paid journalist…)
