From Scott Rosenfeld, NF3I:

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I think we can ALL find fault with ourselves here.  We are not just 
"ordinary" people - it's our duty to act in an extraordinary way.  
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1) The Amateur is Considerate...he never knowingly uses the air in such a 
way as to lessen the pleasure of others.

  interpreted: no jamming, no harrassment of others.

2) The Amateur is Loyal...he offers his loyalty, encouragement, and 
support to his fellow radio amateurs, his local club, and to the American 
Radio Relay League, through which Amateur Radio is represented.

  interpreted: be a good person to other hams, and support the ARRL 'cuz 
  it's our voice in the political arena.

3) The Amateur is Progressive...he keeps his station abreast of science.  
It is well built and efficient.  His operating practice is above reproach.

  interpreted: check your equipment.  When someone gives you a bad 
  report, try to figure out what's causing it.  And use minimum power.  
  And it's time to play spread spectrum SO LONG AS IT DOESN'T INTERFERE 
  with existing communications.

4) The Amateur is Friendly...slow and patient sending when requested, 
friendly advice and counsel to the beginner, kindly assistance, 
cooperation and consideration for the interests of others; these are the 
marks of the amateur spirit.

  Basically, the golden rule.  Be kind to others because you'd want them 
  to treat you well.

5) The Amateur is Balanced...radio is his hobby.  He never allows it to 
interfere with any of the duties he owes to his home, his job, his 
school, or his community.

  When your XYL/OM asks you to put the radio away for a while, or you 
  have to go and walk the dogs, or you have to work a super-long day and 
  miss Sweepstakes, do it.  

6) The Amateur is Patriotic...his knowledge and his station are always 
ready for the service of his country and community.

  Be ready for the time when the country or town needs us because the 
  cell sites are no longer functioning.  Have everything ready to run on 
  batteries, and practice emergency communications.

* Scott Rosenfeld NF3I Burtonsville, MD FM19mc QRV 80-10/6/2/440 *
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