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Bender,
The moderator number was suggested so that there was no personal vendetta against those who were just doing their job. And the moderators would be free to say what they pleased, when they weren't wearing the label moderator. But they would not be giving the impression they were taking things over.
James cannot open his mouth in dissent without others, ME INCLUDED, feeling if he opposes what I say, my say is not worth as much. I don't really know what his authority is, but as much as I would rely on it he can choose to be gone in a heartbeat. We all can when personally offended.
This is not the moderators intention, but they are the figure of authority. I don't need to know the policeman when he comes out to do his job. I simply must have respect for his position and faith that he will do his job with an even hand. I like the man in blue and I may never know his name.
Just me...
Others may feel differently.
BlueStocking