Re: Proposition: Upgrade APP to an Online Community

*laughs*

The community that has gathered here and the opinions expressed
over the years are priceless. Gordon, the format of the list, IMO, is
perfect for an "Alternative".

" I am sick and tired of the politics." -Dave Rose in Wyoming

Photography and politics have traveled hand in hand every since
Arago announced the discovery of Daguerreotype and the French
government gave it to the world (well... except for England).
The Alt list often has the feel of the early Photographic and Scientific
journals where strong opinions would abound. I love it.

This list has weathered more than a few storms and perhaps an
"expert" or two has gone overboard at times. (hi guys)
There are other lists out there that many on board participate in;
as Gordon says, feel free to create one. If the community you find
here and the format is not to your liking, you're always free to
click to a new channel.

Keep up the great work Gordon! And that goes for the list-minders
as well.

all the best,

Phillip

Dave Rose wrote:
> Dear Gordon:
>
> "Sense of community" my ass!
>
> This list is so far out of control it's not funny. You (and other so-called
> list minders) have allowed this list to degenerate into a hostile,
> back-biting platform that allows and encourages negative political
> commentary, ad-hominem attacks and other off-topic nonsense to flourish and
> thrive.
>
> I am sick and tired of the politics. I don't care. I am very offended when
> other list members use this forum to continually slam Bush and Cheney. For
> Gods sake, what the hell does it have to do with PHOTOGRAPHY? How bad does
> it look to list members outside the United States to constantly read this
> total crap about politics?
>
> I've been active on the Internet for over 10 years, involved in this and 3
> other hobby-oriented mailing lists. This alt-photo list is by far the worst
> in regards to off-topic crap and flaming.
>
> Gordon, you need to grow a spine and put an end to this nonsense.
>
> Best regards,
> Dave in Wyoming
>
>
Received on Thu Apr 27 05:20:17 2006