Originally Posted by
kokonutz
The problem is that anything subjective (qualify-able, opinion of post or poster) rather than objective (quantifiable, such as number of posts) is ripe for abuse.
But to me this is objective - one would only need to point to a couple of posts where the information given was of dubious value to have the poster disqualified.
I am constantly awed by the time and care taken by some FTers to corroborate information, generate alternative timetables, find links, research telephone numbers, maps and addresses and ensure the accuracy of the information they give.
This surely deserves recognition of some sort - and it's not something one can just start doing willy nilly because of a desire for a badge.
Naturally - forums could opt out or opt in to this - there's no need for it to be mandatory.