"Jim GM4DHJ ..." wrote in message
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In rec.radio.amateur.equipment Jim GM4DHJ ...
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In rec.radio.amateur.equipment gareth
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In ham radio , for most licensees ,the prime focus is on operating

Then they are indistinguishable from CBers

That is a fact and IMHO there is no reason to keep moaning about it.

There is every reason to speak out against the dumbing down of a proud
technical pursuit

I take it obtaining an amateur radio license is your only notable
accomplishment in life which would explain why you are such a self
rightous ass hole.

Here's a news flash for you:

Children were passing the tests over 50 years ago when they were much
more difficult.

Passing such tests shows nothing more than you are willing to put forth
the effort to learn a subject; it does NOT make you any better than
anyone else.

Yes you used to see all the precocious little brats in QST...thank god
in
the UK it used to be 14 years old before you could get a Licence...

If someone passes the tests and follows the rules, what difference does
age make?

because you think some nice burd is calling CQ then you find out it is a
little boy ....


and if you call him you risk being accused of grooming.
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