[CW] W5YI groups suggestions on ham radio licensing

[Winston Rogers]

I have read and heard about all the rant, rave, rage, and rhetoric I can
digest on this subject.  The truth is that none of it is going to make any
difference.  The people that need to hear us are not.



In my opinion the time is ripe for revolt.  If code operators separated
themselves from the ARRL and established their own lobby, everyone would
have to listen. Our form of government is one of capitalism. It listens to
voting blocks and lobbyist.  Such an organization would gain the ear of the
FCC, the vendors, and many others.



The ARRL is not going to change its position.  For every CW operator that
leaves the league they anticipate five "Good Buddies " coming in. The truth
is, the ARRL no longer represents the CW operator. Their agenda is no
secret.  It is growth, advertising and sales.



A CW "League" would be slow to startup and require strong leadership.
Ninety percent of the cost of membership would probably initially need to go
for lobby and promotion.  I, for one, would support such an organization,
both financially and politically.



Win w0lz