BBD:
Many frequent posters have obviously never written as either they would not be here or they would - because none of their fears transpired
Could you clarify? I don't get it.
Concerning the metaphors, they are generally accepted to clarify a point, ridiculing them is generally considered having weak arguments.
My point is:
I have written, only to get no answer and no change.
I have acted. Only to get called in and receive a letter!
Go figure. The power and interest disparity is too big and one sided.
In my experience writing is futile in the actual circumstances.
But then again, that's only my opinion, i respect yours.
Simply please don't patronise if dissenting.
Dropp:
Passive resistance only works where there is a free press
Have you actually studied some recent history? Like the rise and fall of the GDR? Do you really believe in what you wrote? Fair enough if you do, but you should not be condescending about people who don't ("Ah, the passive resistance clanger").
Passive resistance is happening right now, right here.
Voting with your feet is passive resistance.
Not applying to the holy company is passive resistance.
Not caring about FCIs and simply trashing without reading Alans mail is passive resistance.
And it is working ...... definitely more than writing to the teflon coated and even with a not so "free" press environment.