Currently I see the issue of magazine service providers not going anywhere. Those opposed to this change are deeply entrenched in their opinion. I have not been given sufficient hard evidence to allow me to come close to feeling that the board did not act in the best interest of the association. On this issue, as on issues in the past I have tried to remain open minded, and can change my position, given overwhelming facts to the contrary. I am just not seeing these facts here, so, I will continue to support the board. I would suggest those who don&#039;t agree with the boards decision, run for office. If you don&#039;t know how, u2u me and I will explain the various ways to be nominated. State your issues, qualifications, and reasons for running prior to the election, let the members decide. In the past we have had difficulty getting candidates, as not many want a position that requires one to travel several times a year, attend both national functions, be the complaint department, chief, cook, and bottle washer. And do it on thier our time, and own expense, then watch while their name is dragged thru the mud, over what they consider to be the correct, but unpopular decision. We are indeed fortunate to have such good members, because most folk instead of taking this type of abuse would simply say &#039;Take this job and shove it&#039;. On top of this, they don&#039;t make one red cent, nor are they reimbursed for their expense, though I think in the past some have been able to turn in long distance phone expense related to association matters, most don&#039;t even do that. Equally those who support the board&#039;s decision are not budging in their opinion. Only a very few are waiting to see how this plays out, but I feel their numbers are the highest, they are probably the silent majority, and since they are not opinionated, they are not vocal. Due to the fact I must have a report ready for the membership, concerning updating and changes to the bylaws, and it must be done before the Winter Get Together, I will be spending considerably less time on these issues, as they are futile. I must address issues of importance to our members, which makes these issues become time management issues for me. If you wish to address issues that would be of benefit to the members, you can address them on the bylaws forum, as that is where I will be making the donation of my time to our association until I have the bylaws issues resolved.