I think there needs to be a dedlicated balance bethose who require the
privacy and protection, and those that require freedom and openness here.
This issue must be further scrutinised.

JT


> Douglas wrote:
>
> >To be of value to the researcher all the material must be preserved
>
> I would agree with this statement in regards to some lists but not
> others.  A list dedicated to the emotional support of its members
> should have as a first priority meeting member needs and not
> the needs of potential researchers.
>
> One of my lists involves discussion of the construction of currently
> evolving therapy models; I regard these records as archival material
> that should not be fussed unless the material is not relevant to the
> function of the list.
>
> Jim Keim
>