Conference turris::womannotes-v1

    I like this file a lot.  I learn a lot here.  I find that it
    is an opportunity to to look at a great many issues from another
    perspective.
    
    When a noter requests REPLYs from a specific group only, I view
    that as another way of saying:  "For the sake of argument, let's
    assume x."  I feel that it allows the discussion to move more
    purposefully, with fewer distractions.
    
    I don't understand why people feel threatened by this procedure.
    It's just a way of exploring one perspective, and can be used to
    explore other perspectives.
    
    Except for the "trashnotes" fiasco and the extreme paranoia shown
    by *some* men (did i do that right?)  I think this is a great file.
    
    	Bruce

       Gentlemen: Do you see anything different in this Conference
      compared to Mennotes? Various subjects/things. Are there some
      personal issues/concerns that you might like to discuss in a
      Mennotes Member's Only type format? Any other Rules & Restri
      ctions, Policy Questions, or such other type ideas? 

This might more properly be discussed in Mennotes.

      Where do you think such topics can be discussed. Personal  mail,
      another Conference, where.

["Such topics" referrs to emotionally charged issues.]
Outside of a Dec context.

         When you see a "Women Only" type note, do you think such
      notes are appropriate for an Equal Access System?

No.

Martin.

    
    I was a pretty active follower of Men notes, and sometimes entered
    a reply or two, but have since stopped even looking at that file.
    
    Someone entered a topic which I responded to honestly, a little light,
    but honestly. I saw nothing wrong with the topic or with the other
    replys. 
    
    I received a scorching note to the effect that it was in poor taste,
    and so on. I've seen the same topic discussed in Women notes among
    others which were much stronger.
    
    I enjoy reading Women Notes and I feel this file has a much better
    grip on human nature and exhibits truer feelings. I've learn a lot
    about women and people in general, at time it's a little long winded,
    but written with true convictions.
    
    I think Men notes could learn a lot from this note file. Of course
    this is my opinion, and should be taken as that!
    
    Cal.
     
    
    
    

    Issues around men do not seem to get the attention that issues around
    women get because male issues do not seem as serious.  At least
    the ones presented in the conference.
    
    If Womannotes were to be a model for Mennotes and men wished to
    emulate our style I would encourage them to open up and talk about 
    sensitive issues.  
    
    Another feature of Womannotes that is developing is the time people
    are investing in their comments.  Many people are reading, researching
    and backing up their theories with actual facts and information.
    
    But I do think a conference should reflect the styles of the audience
    and I would not want to take away the camaraderie that is present
    in many of the discussions.