Topband: Some notes from the moderator

[W0MU Mike Fatchett]

Thanks Tree!

W0MU

On 11/19/2019 11:57 AM, Tree wrote:
> Sorry for putting the list on moderation some recently.  The FT8 discussion
> was spiraling again - and that just isn't a subject we are going to solve
> here on the list.  Sure - there are lots of strong opinions out there - but
> I feel that all sides of the issue have been explored and the vast majority
> of subscribers are not interested in seeing that issue hashed out AGAIN.
>
> I was QRL for a brief time during the moderation and some messages were
> delayed - sorry for that.  Someone pointed out that it must be nice to be
> king.  Actually, there is very little nice about having to do this job.  I
> would much rather not put the list on moderation - but that requires
> everyone to keep their emotions in check.
>
> I recently asked one person to stop putting signature phrases on their
> posts.  I felt that one of them crossed into a political statement and that
> is just a precedent that will not sit well here.  Nobody is tuned into this
> list to get enlightened on your personal political views.  If I tolerate
> one person expressing them - then I would have to allow it for everyone.
> The door must remain shut.
>
> In other news - the band has been open to Europe the past few mornings here
> in Oregon.  Likely - these openings will be good for the next couple of
> months.  They only occur during low sunspot activity - so get on the air
> and enjoy them.
>
> Thanks and 73
>
> Tree N6TR/7
> Manning, OR
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