On Mon, 21 Feb 2000, Marvin wrote:
> What's in a name?, etc.....
>
> If we are to talk about changes, I suggest a change in Moderator to someone
> with a more neutral position on the topic; someone who will allow time for
> the rest of us to offer our views before taking a strong stance himself.
> That would be in line with the traditional role of moderators of public
> discussions.
I'm happy to step down if the Forum so wishes it.
Not clear, however, what the connection is between the request that I
step down, and the point about allowing everyone time to offer their
views before I adopt a stance myself. I would be doing the latter (and
just as fast) in any case; I hardly think my views gain moral weight ex
officio because I happen to be the moderator...
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