Meh, what’s “veteran”? SA joined the Dope in December 2003. That’s what? Nine months?* As he himself admits, he got off to a rocky start and has been flailing about trying to find a posting style that works for him. Maybe he’s just a slow learner?**
I agree, it would be easier on everyone if SA didn’t go on finding himself with yet another bullet hole in his instep. But Rome wasn’t built in a day, etc. etc. At least we have a shot at reorienting this one, once the Liberal Agenda stormtroopers take over and the re-education camps open. 
*You do know the gestation period for elephants is 22 months, right?
**Sorry, pal, I just couldn’t resist. 