[SOC] The ARRL Handbook vols. 1-6 just for us old folks

[Carl Strode]

I'm serious I got so sorry . . .

Nope, Doc, it is not just you.

Sadly, I left ARRL several years ago after over 40 years of membership.  
When I tendered my resignation, the Head Honcho (Dave Sumner) personally 
chided me for my decision.  He said my desire for protection of the CW 
bands and Morse proficiency was anachronistic and that maintaining high 
testing standards for license advancement was not in the best interest 
of the "League".

I suspect his ire may have been due in part to my SOC affiliation.

Carl
WA7CS
SOC 796

On 8/22/2018 6:04 AM, Dr Jim Kennedy via SOC wrote:
> Is it me, or does it seem that the ARRL has somewhat lost its primary mission?
> They seem to be more profit motivated and really helping promote Amateur Radio and aiding its membership.
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> Many older hams live on pensions and there is no relief for them of the raising costs of its services.
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> Thank God for other organizations like SKCC, NAQCC, NJQRP, and 4SQRP to provide some help to those with limited budgets and restricted operational capabilities.
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> Just my $0.02 worth.
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> Sorry I got so serious.
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> Doc - K2PHD
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