I've said it many times before in other threads, so I'll just go on record in this one as favoring restoration of post counts in OMNI for a variety of reasons, the biggest one of which is fostering community among FT posters who regard this as a cyber-destination to hang out with fun and interesting people as well as a tremendous resource for travel information.

I'd also note that TB exists, two members have made a motion and are now soliciting feedback on the merits of the motion. I've provided mine.