He claimed he was so rich he didn't need to work and that his family is connected and would "do any favor". He threatened violence and murder on people, that's not standing up for yourself that's just ignorant.

But you see what you want.

Again... I didn't say he did it in the best manner... but he did defend himself. The whole mob connection was a bit much but considering the Soprano's just ended... it was in flavor... heh.

There were at least 8-10 people flaming on him and he took it in stride and actually had some funny comebacks.

And through it all... you could see why he was getting so overboard. Even the original local original players who he threatened with violence posted in support of him.

I guess I admire the underdog... not the methods... but the effort.