I can't figure out why the ARRL didn't just go for 1 class and give
them all of the bands. Throw out the rule book. Tell the FCC to look
the other way. Then everyone will be happy. No rules, no problem. That
is what the US amateurs want give it to them. No more skill than a 4
year old sitting on the pot picking his nose. To the ARRl it's still
about money. Less skill involved means more hams means more membership
means more money. Next they will want PHD's for anyone passing basic
algebra and 1st year gym.

Ham radio------a thing of the past!