The Driven Element

Amateur Radio: A Strategic Asset for America's Economy

The commercial world and amateur radio are not competitors — they are vital partners in America’s technology ecosystem.

Amateur Radio

Amateur Radio: A National Asset Worth Preserving

Amateur radio is a vital national resource — providing emergency communications, fueling STEM careers, and operating at virtually no cost to the government. Now is the time to protect and strengthen it, not delete it.

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Honoring Alexis

Alexis Kuhr, my sister's partner, was an amazing person. An accomplished artist and teacher, she was also a compassionate leader and loving family member. We lost her in October of 2023. Her professional life as artist and educator was honored on February 12, 2025.

Amateur Radio

Honoring Article 10: Strengthening ARRL’s Commitment to Transparency

As an engaged member of the amateur radio community and a long-time observer of ARRL governance, I feel compelled to address an issue of significant concern. At its upcoming Board meeting, the ARRL will vote on proposed amendments to its By-Laws, yet the process leading to this vote raises serious

Amateur Radio

ARRL E&E Reform: Proposed By-Law 46(e) Misses the Mark

An ARRL committee composed of division directors has spent a year building a process that's supposed to improve the handling of complaints relating to ethics and elections. These proposed changes are flawed and could undermine fairness, transparency, and trust in ARRL governance.

Amateur Radio

ARRL E&E Committee: Too Close for Comfort?

Let’s talk about the ARRL Ethics and Elections Committee (E&E)—a subject that’s been a thorn in the side of many members for years. If you’ve ever felt like the process for handling ethics and election issues seems unfair, you’re not alone. The concerns

Amateur Radio

ARRL Ethics and Elections Reform: Can We Get It Right This Time?

The ARRL Board is at it again—taking another swing at updating its by-laws to better regulate the behavior of sitting directors. On November 19, 2024, they released an initial draft for review, followed by a revised version on December 18, 2024. So, what’s the big deal? Let’s