the decision maker that instituted the "only members can bid" policy in the snccc auction? you speak of risk. in order for this policy to be effective this "risk" would have to

outweigh the benefit of allowing the entire chipboard audience to participate. is the possibility of a bidder not paying and the chip going to the underbidder enough of a reason

to exclude so many potential buyers?

if you attend a snccc meeting as a visitor/non-member you are more than welcome to bid in the auction. why does the snccc policy vary in this regard?