Of course there's an issue; one that needs discussing.

The issue here is how it should be discussed; and I'm suggesting applying some basic journalistic standards.

1. fact checking - as discussion following your piece has shown, the facts were selective, and some have been able to conclude that you were deliberately twisting the facts; in a carefully written article, you should never give people such an opportunity (right or wrong!)

2. Right of reply - when you take up an issue which features disgruntled folk and their grievances, a basic courtesy is to offer the victim a chance of defence; if that is not possible, then it might be reasonable to suggest what possible defences are available. To write an 'insider' article which appears to assume that every complaint is legitimate, justified, sane and sensible is no more than muck raking; finding aggrieved parties is always a doddle; presenting that in a form that encourages debate (not a witch hunt) is the core of journalism.

3. Peer review. If you wish to publish articles which are contentious, that's absolutely fine; go for it. But take 5 minutes to get someone to read it for you, to point out gross errors and injustices, and maybe suggest points that could enrich the article.

In a nutshell "Go for Quality" - the rewards are greater, the satisfaction is greater - and you won't get folk like me whinging at you ;)

And that is my last word!