The sad thing is the MSNBC board slides more as the generally conservative folks post here.

From bluh who is anti-space to MR who posts like an arrested adolescent - the board slides into the abyss.

The problem with this board is it is all 'chummy' sometimes to the point of nausea ;-) There is little or no conflict. Sometimes too little conflict stifles debate and expansive thinking.

While it is nice to get away from, it would be nice to have an affiliated board Justin could manage where those whose posts are currently deleted, could post - an arena perhaps named "joust" or just that, "the Arena" (complete with a background graphic from Ben Hur;-) - not a place just for flamewars, but for inviting opposing views which can be moderated with a bit more hands-on than MSNBC does - and without the semi-xenophobic sterility of the habitable zone ;-)

I think I would like to find a balance between the two.

That way after engaging someone in the arena, one can find the refreshing quiet of the habitable zone.

Just an idea, I welcome discussion on the matter....of course I don't want to put too much strain on Justin, he has already done an impressive job with the boards so far.

Best wishes,

SDAI-Tech1