I am encouraged by the response to my suggestion that we can do better. I want to make clear that my post was not intended to censor or criticize any of the subjects that we cover; however, some of our great debates do become repetitious. The responses suggest that some of us want to use pen-l to contribute to activism; others to teaching; and still others to theoretical debates. None of these are mutually inconsistent. In fact, they will reinforce each other. So let's hear from more of you -- especially the lurkers. -- Michael Perelman Economics Department California State University Chico, CA 95929 Tel. 916-898-5321 916-898-6141 messages E-Mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]