I've used the FREE list command.

It does not automatically approve messages in the queue but  messages that
were approved finally get sent out.

With my list, it occurs if the list volume is extra heavy and has gone
over a set daily traffic quota.   When there's more mail than that, the
moderator is still sent messages for approval but they will not actually
be sent out without a FREE command being issued.

Hope this helps.

Stacy
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> From:    "Anderson, Christel" <[log in to unmask]>
> Subject: Free list command - spam?
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> Hello,
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> I received a message from a subscriber that the list is being held. (Our
> list is medium security and requires moderate approval prior to
> posting.) I'm not showing any messages in the moderator que. I am happy
> to issue a "free list" command but what exactly happens?
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> 1.     Do all messages then go to moderator/que for approval?
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> 2.     Or just released to the list?
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> I'm worried about spamming the list with advertisements, in appropriate
> content etc.
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> Thank you in advance for any insight!
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