Radio Amateur KC2HMZ wrote in message . ..

With all this talk about children vs. adults and superior vs.
inferior, I can't help observing that insistence upon getting one's
way regardless of the consequences to themselves or others is a
personality trait that is generally observed in, shall we say, less
mature individuals.

I know what you mean, John.

Why, not too long ago I knew a fellow who "owned" an e mail
reflector that would grandiosly "ban" people from his list that didn't
share HIS specific opinions on things.

Some way to get in the last word, huh...???

It should also be noted that, to non-hams, this whole argument
undoubtedly seems quite childish.

Since this forum is about Amateur Radio FOR Amateur Radio
operators (realizing that it IS an open, unmoderated forum, of
course), it is irrelevent as to what "non-hams" think. No one,
regardless of thier position on ANY subject, "owes" it to anyone who
is NOT a licensed and participating operator, to explain each and evry
reason for ANY opinion.

If you are not experienced in a specific pursuit you shouldn't
insult those who are. For example I would not be found in a NASCAR
fan-club forum, nor in one dedicated to gardening...at least as
anything other than a passive reader. Unless you are ASKING for help,
it's a matter of common courtesy.

Steve, K4YZ