[calyman]

Neither I nor the O P have any right to "forgive" this thug. We merely witnessed his violent actions and threatening behaviour. If he is to be "forgiven", then it's those who may have been threatened, intimidated or abused by him that have the right to do so.

Also, "forgiviness" does not mean the slate is wiped clean. There are certain obligations placed upon the "forgiven" to change or moderate their behaviours. It seems apparent that Daley has many excuses as to why he has acted this way but no evidence of his desire to learn from and change such behaviours.

In the absence of such personal change any "forgiviness" is worth absolutely nothing, other than perhaps empowering and encouraging such thugs as Daley not to take personal responsibility for their own actions.