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July 16th 04, 11:23 PM

PAMNO (N2EY) wrote in message ...
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(Len Over 21) writes:

AMATEUR radio is a hobby, not a national service, not an arm of the
United States Navy or the rest of the military, and not a public safety
organization. Just a hobby involving radio.

It's not "just a hobby".

It is for most of the participants.

But even if it were, what's the difference? If something is "just a hobby",
does that mean there should be no standards, no training, no rules?

The FCC does not mandate training, does not mandate operating. It
simply has a mechanism in place for VEC's to examine applicants, for
the issuance and renewal of licenses, publication of regulations, and
rarely issues a citation.

The FCC does not run contests, sprints, DXCC, field days, or nets.

AMATEUR radio long ago CEASED to be a "pool of experienced morse
operators" for any national need.

When did it cease, Len?

"long ago"

And here's a fun fact: The Basis and Purpose never used the phrase "experienced
morse operators". Just "experienced operators" - no mention of modes.

So the Basis and Purpose never emphasized (favored) one mode over
another.

Wonder where that come from?

The nation does NOT need morse operators, haven't for a long time.

How long?

"a long time"

Jim, did you realize that a code exam is a disincentive to CW use?