🚀 go-pugleaf

In article <DzusFn.55v.0.bloor@torfree.net>, falcon@torfree.net (Nabil M.
El-Khodari) waxed sublime:

(snip)


> That is what TFN needs a core of committed people, with a clear vision, 
> which may be like my proposed one or a diffferent one, the important 
> thing is to have a mission statement that far exceeds just free access 
> and free expression (which are of course very important).

   Huh? The service sucks.Plain and simple.For bottom-feeders only.Next...

> It needs 
> something to add to it a special flavour than other community networks.

  A little more garlic.
 
> In my opinion, it should be learning. TFN as an organization must be 
> looked upon as a free medium of exchange of opinions (not insults and 
> obsenities) free logical discussion (no generalizations and or 
> sensitivities) PLUS an education medium that prepares the coming 
> generation for the information era (which is upon us actually now).

   Yes,it is "actually upon us now".These astounding revelations fairly
boggle the mind.Wow.No insults or obscenities?This is the net,spud.you
request an idealized,non-existant world which is NOT the
Internet.Sorry,pal,this is as good as it  (usually) gets.

> The TFN is a service, the board are the servants and not the rulers of 
> the membership.

  Tell that to Bob Allisat.Then run fast.

> We represent a far diverse society than our own entities, 
> and as such should be more committed to freedom of expression, democracy 
> and open governorance. Egocentrism, parasitism, selfishness and vengance are 
> definitely not the qualities to be sought in any board of any public 
> organization or position.

   Geez.Wired magazine needs open-mouthed,wide-eyed Net newbies like you
to keep from drowning in their own,and everyone elses,cynicism.Yup,the net
as answer to all the world's troubles..yup,utopia is just an applet
away...
> 
> This is NOT pointing fingers or laying charges against anybody, it is 
> just my own convictions, that I hope all can agree with. Those who feel 
> it is personal, may search deeper in their real motivation and/or believes.
> 
> May common sense prevail.

  Sure.Can I have your autograph?
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