On Wed, 28 Aug 1996, Jonah Seiger wrote:
or an enemy, etc., why not a *ratings system*?
A very solid suggestion.
This idea could help to change that attitude if it is done right.
Suggestions, based on the successful ratings concept I've seen in Virginia elections, and a mainstay of groups like the Borg, excuse me, the Christian Coalition <g> Pick 10-20 issues/votes. Rate each congresscritter AND THEIR OPPONENTS based on "our" stand on the issues. Give a numerical score, based on percentage of "correct" positions. Obvious issues are: digital telephony the CDA Encryption/PRO-CODE copyright, etc. . . * Keith A. Glass, Annandale, Virginia, USA, Filker/punster at large * * "Specialization is for insects" - Lazarus Long * * Worlds saved, virgins converted, bongos taught - special group rates *