Jack, I never said I wanted the DT to be more academic. I said I wanted it maintained to a much higher standard. I refuse to accept that because something is a collaborative effort, it must be done to a lower standard.

There are many examples of truly exquisite folk and blues music websites done to a very high standard online by amateurs. Imagine how wonderful this place could be if even a handful of those gifted and talented folks were given a chance at salvaging the Digital Tradition, and transforming it from it's current sad state.

Because something is grassroots and collaborative doesn't mean it should be substandard.