and some use that as a method/means of intimidation or suppression of speech.
As admitted by the President in his infamous letter, it was legacy, incumbent BoDs that were the first to seek legal advice by conspiring to shut-out Michelle and Patrick in a manner which goes against AMSAT bylaws. Do you not think that Michelle and Patrick had the right to defend themselves against this action? Not only were they defending themselves, they were defending the bylaws of the Corporation. We need more BoDs like them that are willing to standup to the old guard and meet their bullying with equal action. Sadly, many AMSAT members know they will be made a target if they speak out against the old guard or have new ideas and opinions. This must change or we will only have more of the same. I don’t see Michelle or Patrick ‘running off’ any volunteers. In reality, they are trying to change the culture of AMSAT and make it more welcoming for ALL volunteers, not just those that are blessed by the old guard. To help continue this work of change that Michelle and Patrick have started members can vote for me, Bob and Howie. Otherwise, we will end-up with the same old, same old and the same culture of cliquish behavior by legacy incumbents.
Jeff WE4B http://we4bravo.com