I agree that there are unmistakable similarities in style, philosophy, and
timing.
Of course, the Dr Jekyll of the pair is much more satirical, even humorous,
but the unmistakable stench of an overinflated sense of self worth wafts in
every post. If it's true, I would think the two would be more of a
Master-Blaster creature, with Neal being the **** stomping retard and
Gilligan being the shoulder riding, whip cracking midget who adeptly
manipulates several of Neal's bodily orifices.
Regardless, sock puppets add an interesting dimension to NGs and I endorse
the concept entirely.
Since Taddy is coming forward, I will admit to some occasional sock-puppetry
myself. No one seems to have caught on except for those with whom I've
shared the secret.
You may be right.
Scout

"Maxprop" wrote in message
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Am I the only one to notice a conspicuous absence of Gilligan since Neal
began posting more copiously? Apart from a repartee or two early on, they
simply don't appear in ASA simultaneously. Which supports my original
belief that they are one and the same: Mr. Milstead.

Max