As usual, you're not wrong in your rationale. But in the real-world scenarios we're facing, you have to start from the premise that decision making at the ISAF level is not connected to "grass roots" or "rank and file." Letter writing, petitions and the formation of the IMC are steps toward addressing that fundamental issue. You're jumping too far ahead, and my post above was merely intended to forestall the comparisons between the performance of the Tornado and an F18 - a fun discussion that has no bearing whatsoever with the current situation. Similarly, as you say, there is little connection with what will happen over the next few weeks and what the "rank and file" want. We're learning how to navigate treacherous waters.
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- The harder you practice, the luckier you get - Gary Player, pro golfer
After watching Lionel Messi play, I realize I need to sail harder.
