I'm sorry if I came across as argumentative and defensive to some of you, I rather tried to be honest and open-minded.
I certainly am an individual that is convinced by argument, and not by emotion. That's the scientist in me.
As for the hiring managers possibly reading this: I certainly realize I may be easily identified (it's a small world in nuclear, after all), but again: I have honest intent, I have nothing to hide. I'm a nuclear professional working hard for the benefit of the plant. What more can I say?