Thread: You're not a real ham if you never took or passed a Code test.
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Old July 22nd 06, 08:03 PM posted to alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap
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Default You're not a real ham if you never took or passed a Code test.
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On Sat, 22 Jul 2006 13:41:23 -0400, Al Klein
wrote:

Reality is that ham radio is turning into a multi-band CB - just buy a
radio and get on the air without actually knowing how it works or how
to use it.

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Much as it pains me, I have to admit the above is true. It is
happening because that's what the majority wants. Isn't democracy
wonderful?

Sigh.

Bill, W6WRT
Licensed since 1957, the good 'ol days
20 WPM Extra who dislikes CW and always will
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