BOB wrote: "...Unfortunately, most of the political discussion on this list is sarcastic, intolerant, and off the cuff. I would like to be kept informed of what is occurring on the political front but do not have the time to weed through all of the banter to find the nuggets of information and valuable calls to action e.g. to write our reps about a pertinent and timely piece of legislation. I am heartened by the addition of new people to the list who recognize this list as an opportunity to help each other, not a list to press individual views re politics. If people could just take the high road instead of the low road, it would be great e.g. stress the positive movements that we can add our voice to...." Well said! -Terry ---------------------------------------------------------------------- To sign-off Parkinsn send a message to: mailto:[log in to unmask] In the body of the message put: signoff parkinsn