A few days ago, I was accused of censoring a post that didn't appear on Phono-L. For those who don't know me well or haven't been on Phono- L long, I feel an explanation is in order.
First, I don't moderate or censor posts. Phono-L is a completely automated system. The only things that are held from immediate postings are messages that go over a certain size limitation, messages with attached viruses, or messages from a non-subscribed email address. Even in those cases, the system simply holds the message until I approve them for release. I don't check for subject matter to ensure posts are on topic. Anyone can join Phono-L. There are no identity checks or probationary periods. You join, you are part of the community and able to fully participate. As for the matter at hand, it was simply a case of the intended post never reaching Phono-L. It may have been eaten by some server along the way or misaddressed. All I know is that it was never received. The person attempting to post the messaged simply assumed - without asking me first - that I had censored his message. I encourage you to drop me a line if you feel something isn't working right or you have an idea to make the list better or more useful. Your humble servant, Loran
