Joe

Give it a go at writing to all the EC members.

Let me make some suggestions before you do.

First, Dave was in San Diego this last weekend for the unveiling of the plaque making Torrey Pines the first Historical Site designated by the AMA. That was only two or three days after he returned from Europe. He may well have a pile of things to address. If it is really important to you, call him or write him again in a few days.

If it is your intention to post information in an e-mail, let the other person know and give them the option of answering you privately, or making the information available for posting. Just posting private e-mails is, at the least, unethical. If you call, ask the same question. Most folks, EC members or not, object to having their private thoughts posted without permission. By the same token, if you say you are going to post the answer, do it, do not act as a censor, even if it reflects badly on you or your position.

Don't be surprised if anyone has seen a thread on RCU. The way you wrote your letter, it hinges on Dayton. The post by Webb might very well be used to your disadvantage. Some of these guys might even go so far as to research the issue and talk to the people that ran the contest.

Spend a little more time in putting your letters together. I am still curious as to who lou is.

JR