Cheddar, I have a theory. It sounds sort of mean. But Richard is an odd-looking guy, and I think the fact that he's looking in the wrong direction alerts people to the fact that he's blind. Like you're supposed to think, "oh, that guy's not weird looking, he's blind. I better not think less of him for it." But more people seem to have your take on it. It does look a little ridiculous. Either way, I'm glad to hear he has his supporters out there.