I've done my best not to get involved with the arguments between supporters of the Undercurrent and the SSEC, and really, I've done my best not to get involved with the SSEC at all.  There was no need to make an effort to avoid the Undercurrent, they made it perfectly clear to me that my assistance was not needed or wanted.

However, I would like to take a moment to express my desire to see the current squabbles resolved.  The only reason I am on this mail list is that many members of the SSEC are involved with other movements/organizations, and often take the time to let list subscribers know what else is going on in the world.  I enjoy that.

That's really the same reason I read the Undercurrent, or used to read the Undercurrent.

All that said, I am not really in the know about either organization.  Most of the information I came across is second or third hand.  But from what I've heard, it seems that majority of the problems seem to stem from simple creative differences.  I too disagree with the direction those responsible for the Undercurrent's production seem to be taking, however, that does not make them wrong.  In my opinion (however uninformed), the simple solution would be for those unhappy to take a more active role in the production of the Undercurrent.  This is assuming those already involved with the Undercurrent would welcome additional input.  From what I've been told (and from my own experiences), this is not the case.

So what's the solution?  Hell if I know, it just seems that both parties' problems stem from a lack of communication and tolerance.  I would encourage those associated the Undercurrent to be more receptive to input from others.  Likewise, I would encourage those disappointed in the Undercurrent's current status to take a more active approach to improving it.  If you dislike the articles you read, write better ones.  If you believe they do not accurately or fully represent you, then do something about it.

And yes, I am attempting to follow my own advice.  This email is part of that.  Hopefully, I'll have some articles prepared for submission to the Undercurrent soon.

Good luck to those involved.

Angry as usual,
-Jeremy N. Flores
Departmental Computer Specialist
OU College of Law
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