Looking to the future of ATS

Mods, Sorry if this is not worthy of RATS. I just wanted to discuss the future and potential of ATS. With ATSNN the community is already starting to reach out and provide great information and opinions to the net, not just being a brilliant archive of conspiracy topics. I think that Above top secret could potentially become so much more, a major figure of fresh / 'alternative' news provided by the wealth of intellectual and deidicated members. I already think that ATS is the best source of information and discussion on the net, but the potential to help 'deny ignorance' on a major scale is huge. I have also been thinking alot about the discussed topic of an ATS publication. This is the next step, getting the right information heard.

My vision of Above top Secret grows more and more as the staff continue to build a better site. I think as a community we can take ATS to great places. I would love to hear members visions of the site inthe future. I hope this thread can be a place to discuss the potential of what we have at ATS.

earthone i recently got docked 250 points for genral disscusion on RATS, i suggest you withdraw your post now

I think that the point is valid, but not for RATS. Everyone should be able to comment on this one.

Originally posted by intrepid
I think that the point is valid, but not for RATS. Everyone should be able to comment on this one.

Very true. The idea is valid and should reach a wider audience.

Originally posted by Pisky

Originally posted by intrepid
I think that the point is valid, but not for RATS. Everyone should be able to comment on this one.

Very true. The idea is valid and should reach a wider audience.

I see no problem with it as long as it doesnt encourage people to create more "jesus was _____ insert random quality here" threads or the like, as long as thats not the future of our board then I see no problem this becoming a public topic.

if it continu to grow this way, it'll be bigger than yahoo, cnn and msn, and it will probably require a freaking room full of servers...

Hope thoses ads pay good...and that there's other generous people who will make donations...

I think a publication would be a great idea, nothing large to start though......It would be a great way to let the masses know about conspiracy related topics and how people feel about such issues. The problem is the cost.....Publication on any scale can be expensive if not extremely. Maybe a e-mail publication to start and maybe eventually move towards a publication with subscription costs, of course for those who want to pay.....Its the only way you could cover the costs.

I can understand wanting to reach as many people as possible. But, just a friendly mention here, bigger is NOT always better. There are countless things that outgrew their purpose. And got ruined.
I would hate for that to happen here.

Agreed, reguardless of whats next it should be concise and meaningful. Unfortuenently, one barrier one will most likely run up against is money.

Originally posted by DontTreadOnMe
There are countless things that outgrew their purpose. And got ruined.
I would hate for that to happen here.

I understand your fears, but large growth is never bad thing. It just means that more quality controls have to be applied, teaching new members how to make good threads. I have had my issues with some of the new rules and features being imposed but I can see how they will benefit the community as it grows.

im new to these boards, the info here is great, all under 1 roof so to say, i know nothing of this RATS site, if someone could furnish me with a link, kudos to you.
there are alot of questions i have pondering in my head,this site has helped me to answer some, mind provocing,stimulating,enlightening all great stuff.i ponder these boards atleast 4 times a day for the lastest scoop, keep up the good work people of the world and spread your knowledge for others to learn

Originally posted by Tetrahydro
i know nothing of this RATS site,

Keep posting man! You need 3500 of those points to access this forum. Don't worry, your not missing much. The odd board drama here and there. Welcome Tetrahydro!

Originally posted by earthtone

Originally posted by DontTreadOnMe
There are countless things that outgrew their purpose. And got ruined.
I would hate for that to happen here.

I understand your fears, but large growth is never bad thing. It just means that more quality controls have to be applied, teaching new members how to make good threads. I have had my issues with some of the new rules and features being imposed but I can see how they will benefit the community as it grows.

I am impressed by the way this forum is run. By far the best organized. It's not easy keeping so many posting going along the same path.
Kudos to those-who-run ATS/BTS/ATSNN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!