Sarah wrote: > Les, as well as having the computer pick up NJC content, could it > also pick up PC (political content)? In other words, could the > computer create three categories of subscriber?
I also suggested something along these lines a few months ago. Les created a PC list, but it seems that even though a number of people signed up, this did not confine political posts to that list, possibly because some people don't want to feel like they are being isolated off on another list. That's why I feel the PC designation could be a bit more user friendly. I really feel for those who do not want to read people hashing out the political/war threads here, even though I am as guilty as anyone of becoming involved in them. That's why I would like to see a solution for those who want to stay engaged. I vascillate greatly between agreeing they don't belong here and then other times liking the insight and background that a wide variety of people can bring to the discussion. There may be a strong number who want to keep them, but on the other hand, there is also a strong number who really are put off by them and that sentiment goes way back before the events of the past year or so. I think we have to respect those people's feelings - to keep ignoring those who are tired of them and sick of hitting the delete key is not being sensitive to the wishes of others in the greater community here. I hate to think people are feeling forced over to JC only primarily because of the political threads on the NJC list. I also think that if a separate designation were added, I would hope that those who choose to engage will do so in the spirit of open-mindedness and friendship and respect. Or if some discussions turn more heated, to take it as sometimes coming with the territory. Kakki
