Excuse me, but why are we rushing in to say goodbye?

Why are we accepting this as inevitable?
I happen to agree with Mikey's point of view, and if you feel the same, then damn well make it clear in this thread. If enough of us do this, Mikey may stay (and others won't be put off)
Will you stay, Mikey, if we give you our support and ask M2 to reconsider its position?