Let me get this straight: you chastise the guy for bringing about sinah, criticizing yeshiva people, and spreading negative stereotypes.
But it's now ok because he made a pledge?? Man, I wish I had convictions as strong as yours.
I was being half sarcastic in this one.
To be honest I have very mixed feelings about this whole story.
On one hand I am am disappointed (to put it mildly!) In his "take down" of yeshiva people.
On the other hand, from his pov, he hears horrible stories of pain that he has to contend with. I'm sure he honestly means well.
And then there's the 1.5 million $$$, which means we can definitely say on him that he is putting money where his mouth is.
I think he also simply doesn't understand Lakewood and its issues, but thinks money can fix everything. - he may actually be right!