Much as I agree in sentiment, Bella, it is not Stint himself who needs swatting, but whomever is pulling his strings. Razzer has shared a concern or two that leads me to believe Stint is merely the buzzing insect that conceals a more insidious noise.

More to the point, he has managed to gain himself vocal alliances in certain quarters. Acting so ... decisively ... may well leave us at a greater disadvantage. Even if keeping him in play requires excessive patience.