Bert,
I am not sure I understand your post, are you upset?
I suspect that the phrase was eliminated since AC staff must be planning to participate on the board. I noticed that they are our newest board members. So,it appears it will not be just users anymore.
My comment about MAD was just having some fun with the fact that we have all tried different avatars recently. I think you are right, Leslie, it is highly contagious!
There doesn't seem to be as much to talk (or complain) about since Version 6 has been improved.