Originally Posted by Randy Petersen

actually every member in good standing had the opportunity to vote for the makeup of members who comprise the TalkBoard. What, it is only a great place when you get what you want? A few of the candidates who i voted for didn't make the final cut either, but at least i am pleased enough that i actually got a say in the process - winners or not. Seems to me there are many, perhaps even you who did not vote for either Mr. Bush or even Mr. Clinton and who still think that living in America is great and haven't exercised their privilege to move out of the country.