I have to admit that I did NOT understand that there are some in the slab free chapter who do not support a ban on dealers and others involved in slabbing. After reading Jim Reilly's post it became clear to me that not all will participate in the way I thought. I can understand his reason now for not wanting to pursue an Officers position in this Chapter. It's going to be tough to disassociate your personal feelings from your "official" stand. Good luck, Pete...Let me know if there is anything I can do to help. I support the professional, clear and calm approach to winning 'converts' although I personally will hold to the tenants found in "The List". Now that I am on the same page as you guys, I'm going to have another glass of that good 'Ol Ohio H2O (I hope that the wife isn't spiking it