I feel the same.  This listserv should be used for our grammar
discussions only.

It's bad enough that everyone is forced to see my opinions on
grammar, let alone politics.

> As much as I appreciate the message on Social Security, I would prefer
> that the content of this list be reserved for issues directly related to
> grammar instruction. I don't know about you, but I already get way too
> much mail to handle. I really intend no offense to Ruth -- I know she
> posted this in the spirit of good citizenship.
>
> Anybody feel the same?
>
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> "Understanding is a lot like sex; it's got a practical purpose,
> but that's not why people do it normally"  -            Frank  Oppenheimer
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