Aldo-- You did not have to delete the people right away. You should have reminded them of the listserv protocol from Paris which forbids politics and propaganda on the internet, although a lot of people are unaware of this provision. The protocol and conventions are designed to help you overcome any tumult on your list with the least force possible. There are several other sections which forbid business per se and other undertakings which might offend participants in the internet. Perhaps, someone who has the document readily at hand could post the pertinent sections of the protocol to help listowners in similar situations. You were right to stop the tumult. I was on one list which destroyed itself in this type of violence and have seen others where very hostile comments were needlessly exchanged. Best regards, Paul. -- Dr. Paul S. di Virgilio, University of Toronto [log in to unmask]