LCDN, Thanks for making succinct points. Like everything else, a closed group has certain disadvantages and certain advantages. So it's a matter of what meets your needs best. ND came first as an email network of people who organized pro-democracy rally in DC last May (15 May 2005). Prior to that there were various irregular email networks in existence. So the history of ND does precede DC rally in some way. Anyway, having evolved from irregular email networks to a permanent discussion group, tt is working both as a network and a discussion group. So Ashu's suggestion that it should be inclusive, open and public in everything does not make full sense. Thank you also for reminding the original purpose of the thread and for your sharp satire. *** *** *** *** *** Rishi Baral-jee, I am surprised with the extent of your paranoia. As a participant of pro-democracy rally in DC, you must have been in a better position to understand the working of ND group. If you are serious about improving ND group, may I propose to invite you in the group ? You are also going to have a chance to see all discussions and determine by yourself whether the group is becoming a "replica of Hitler's Arayn research" or not. *** *** *** *** *** Ashu, You have some good points. However, you are making your own assumptions about ND group. I think I have explained enough in my replies above to LCDN-jee and rBral-jee for anyone to understand why those who support of fail to oppose Feb 1 can not make it to ND group. ND group has a limited purpose for now. And it seems that most of it's members are satisfied with the purpose, the organization and it's working style. Things inside it have been evolving and I am sure criticism like yours will help it evolve in something better and stronger. Thanks for your comments. Nepe