Dear Dr.:
It has nothing at all to do with demoting those who do not post as regularly or as frequently having your status demoted. The reasons have been explained on an other thread and i would invite you to read them over:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=443530

They have everything to do with our commitment to make FlyerTalk the absolute best place to learn, read and exchange information about frequent flyer programs. OMNI and S.P.A.M. have absolutely nothing to do with the topic of miles and points and The Coupon Connection only has a distant relationship. We have not downgraded your ability to participate or contribute to what FlyerTalk has best to offer. I fully appreciate that most of these comments are from emotions speaking which is why I'm glad that i can address as many of them as i can.

And you are correct, the lack of notice was intentional - intentional because most members don't see the forums anyway. Because we could think of no message that could possible address all the various views of this, we decided - more appropriately, I decided - that we'll make this small change and deal one-on-one with those members with questions or concerns. I don't consider you simple, or value your presence on FlyerTalk any less than any other member, which is exactly why in these threads you'll see that I am answering each and every concern that I can.

As for those that abuse the system, thousands of hours of volunteer work have gone in to making FlyerTalk a better reading and learning environment for you and our many other members. These small changes will do wonders toward helping FlyerTalk remain a positive place for you to visit.

As with any other concerns, feel free to contact me personally on any matter.

Cheers,
Randy