Anybody who can understand English knows what he meant. Let's look at it again:
Is there anyone who thought Patrick Harnett & Pirate were doing honest dealings? I certainly hope not.
He uses the word "thought", as in "thought at the time." Don't know how you could possibly confuse this, but I'm sure you'll find a way.
What part of any of this changes the fact that there are no victims seeking redress
No part.
Literally nobody is alleging that victims are coming forward.
Just alleging that he lied to past investors and stole their money knowing they would assume someone else stole it.
and this is purely driven by clear long term motives to target OGNasty rather than to seek any kind of restorative justice?
It's driven by facts. Court records, block chain transactions and forum archives. I understand you don't consider these things 'proof' but if you change your mind I encourage you to check them out by going back a few pages and reading up. It's all there.