Commentary Topic from greenfaucet
Some socially conscious investors are more interested in making a statement than making money. "You can do both," they say. And in principle, I agree wholeheartedly.
However, I believe it is an egregious mistake to put sound investing decisions on the back burner. One shouldn't stubbornly adhere to an investment that is losing... just to make a point. Understanding when and what to buy, as well as when and what to sell, matters every bit as much as dogma.