Here is another perspective. FreeRepublic isn't just some news board, we are one of the most respected political news sites on the net. We get higher posts than the Washington Times, NY Post, and many other major newspapers.
Think about it like a manufacturer trying to get in to Wal Mart. Everyone wants in, only a few are worthy to play. This isn't just some forum, this is the premier Conservative political site. Are they worthy of this site?
Seriously, Free Republic is a blessing to all of us...hope it keeps going well forever. People credit, Rush with getting out the conservative message, and he does. But who broke the Rathergate wide open...we were first as we often are.