I see no problem with politics as long as everyone is respectful.
@Corrine, politics regardless of country can be discussed by anyone. I find politics best discussed in relation to something else which makes the scope global.
I do agree that I don't want any heated discussions but, I see no problem with constructive discussions.
Related to the topic: My Aunt is a Federal Environmental Biologist and is also being affected by the shutdown, I haven't talked to her today but, she is probably in a similar boat as you Tom. (She is also based out of WA)
In my opinion the Gov't is a little too distracted with non-domestic affairs and needs to reevaluate their plan.
Finally! Someone who agrees with me, and who isn't from Canada or the UK!
@ Corrine: I find outsider input to be more valuable because they see it from a 3rd Party Point of View. Gives a different insight. I find a lot of Americans don't really care about politics, as long as it doesn't affect them, they don't care.
@ Laxer: What part of WA State is she from? I live in Moses Lake / East Wenatchee. Glad to see someone loves the Pine State :)
Edit:
I do agree but, respectfully we have a much stronger admin team than most those forums.
Plus, with you as our moral compass how could we go wrong?
I agree, but it isn't the strength of the team, its the availability and passion. I've noticed something majorly different between SF/EF & SysNative; Admin Team is ACTIVE. They "mingle" with the newbies, and the advance. They don't sit on a high horse. I'm not bashing the SF/EF Staff, a lot of them are here, and there posting/helping, and I love them for it. I just find a more active admin team more appealing, much like a GM Staff (EVE Reference).
And I'm squared away till July 16th, 2014, which is my input day for Job Corps. I have funding until that day, but I plan to be out by Febuary/March. :)
