[Fists] Some thoughts

[Karl, KB1DSB]

Have read all the recent posts under the "Honey vs. Vinegar" title on the
FISTS reflector.

We all are pretty much aware of the petitions and PRM's which will/may
affect CW testing and band portions.  And, collectively we are not happy.

What I have not seen is a listing of specific petitions and PRM's, comment
due date and most importantly specific, rational and logical arguments to
counter these.

I love CW and work it almost exclusively. I do not always have the time to
check for every PRM or petition which might affect amateur radio and CW
operating.  Add to that, I am somewhat at a loss to (1) formulate a good
argument to counter a petition or PRM, (2) creating a proper response, and
(3) making sure I do everything necessary to correctly email my comments.

Maybe someone on the Lists would be willing to help the whole collective
group out. We shouldn't have to rely solely on FISTS or a few individuals to
file comments for us.  And, there are surely FISTS who do not have email or
internet, so maybe the KeyNote can devote a little space.

A couple hundred or thousand constructive and passionless comments would be
better to my way of thinking than just one from FISTS or a dozen
individuals.

So, I propose that the Lists keep us informed of amateur radio and CW
related petitions and PRM's.  And, that we use the forum to develop
productive arguments to counter them.

I am more than willing to put my name on a comment, but maybe like many
others, I just need a little help to word it correctly and jump through the
hoops to get it filed.

73 de Karl, KB1DSB
FISTS 6938

"CW is the Fun Mode!!"