Smoozie,
Well said, but it depends on who you are, doesn't it! Go and read a nice little book called "Animal Farm," by George Orwell and that will give you an idea of some the elitist thinking of MAPA.
My friend has tried to get "nominated" numerous times, and he was rejected because he is the wrong kind of animal. Lip service to such ideals is typical. Have you got any other suggestions then?? No? Why? Because you know full well what MAPA is about. And so do alot of its members, who are more and more becoming non-members.
You're right, all the same; I will excercise my vote accordingly.