Except for couple mage stats, none of the stats that were non-random were usable. The new randomization is making easier overall, not harder, if you are not a mage, that is.
People just want everything handed to them on a gold platter. So what do they do? They complain about something they feel is wrong instead of taking it in stride. I agree with you wiffo, the way the stat randomizer is nice. I can actually make a bit of gold off what others concider trash stats.