“In that I simply follow the gemoro that tells me to despise the “chet” (sin) and not the “choitim” (sinners). “
I really appreciate, ROB, that you posted this, because when I recently posted the same thought, someone said my quote was a goyische concept. I did not know the source from G’ Berachos that stated this, having not learned Gemarah, so I am happy to have a validated view.