Open Letter to WK3C,

What a story. At a time when I've buried all my hard feelings as to
news according to ARRL, which has been public relations over the years,
your story emerges. It reinforces my opinion all along that the League
is in it for itself, not for ham radio. My plan to join has now been
scrapped.

Based on your writing, you shine with integrity. Any organization
should feel honored to put you on the ballot. I am truly sorry you've
run into what essentially is an utter lack of due process.

One remedial outlet you might survey is administrative. Is there any
argument that brings ARRL under the scrutiny of an administrative body
like the FCC is subjected to? Maybe you could argue -- admittedly a
big stretch -- that because they're the dominant ham radio group by
far, they occupy a monopolistic position, giving the federal
Administrative Procedure Act jurisdiction.

Now, that procedure you can handle yourself. Even if you don't
succeed, you might be able to get to the discovery stage, which would
be remedial. Not a licensed attorney, I offer my free help with this
procedure that I know so well. Oh yes, along with this offer, I must
add: "Contact a member of your jurisdiction's Bar."

Bob Sherin, W4ASX