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August 6th 05, 02:28 PM
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Dee Flint wrote:
"John Smith" wrote in message ... Dee: I think it more reflects the readily availability of manufactured equipment as compared to equip constructed by ones own hand. I also think it has to do with an economy which allows one to support such hobbies, and the abundant free time individuals have to devote to such hobbies. I also think it has to do with education and the masses do not find radio a "dark mystery" anymore, etc, etc... It has to do with a lot of things... one I don't even consider is a factor which has helped the popularity of ham radio is CW... indeed, it has served as a hindrance... only the degree which it has hindered is left to be argued, in my humble opinion--and shortly we are due to find out... indeed, without some sort of "shot in the arm" amateur radio would continue its' course and go the way of the dodo bird... John There is no longer any need to keep repeating the false mantras that "ham radio is dying" and "Morse code stops people from becoming hams" since the FCC will be eliminating the code test. Perhaps a *new* mantra will come out? - Mike |
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