I would like to officially propose a compromise between open and invite-only, one which I brought up in the convention.
1) Anyone (over 13 and with a valid email) who asks to join, or anyone recommended by a member, is automatically registered after a brief delay, during which they are listed on a thread. No discussion or voting takes place.
2) Each member in good standing may, once a (period to be determined), veto any membership when it comes up on the thread, and explain their veto. The membership is then tabled for (same period as veto).
It is easy, BTW, to set up a thread to email you anytime a post is made there.
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Destiny is a rhythm track on which we must improvise.
In some cases, firing the drummer helps.