Dear all,
Thank you for your response so far, both positive and negative.

Yes, I am aware of previous petitions in the past that have failed. I did a bit of research on Google, and its amazing what pops up.
I am also aware that historically up till now CA has been less than responsive, and that the general feeling of many members of the modding community that perhaps the best has already gone. I can also appreciate the apathy that some people feel.

That being said, I urge all of you to show your interest, and if possible even, add your name to the thread. Its a case where very much, every voice counts.

We have had 10,000 views on the topic over at the TWCenter in a week. We also now have a Modders Group on Facebook. The reason being is that as long as our voice only resonates here on the fan forums, its controllable and perhaps ignored.

Many of the general public have no idea the strength of the modding community, nor the passion with which these teams pursue their dreams, dealing with members at times spread across the globe. The goal is to show that indeed we are a unified voice. WE are a legitimate community that sparks incredible levels of creativity and development. In many ways I am sure that it stimulates CA to at least try a little harder.

I personally, as a past team member and then as a team leader, have seen some incredible talents develop under these teams and in these communities. Members learn valuable skills which that can take with them back into the real world. They learn a sense of discipline and an ability to push themselves even in the face of , at times, seemingly insurmountable obstacles. They learn to communicate and interact with people from other cultures, to listen and to find the commonalities which drive these teams together.

To see that community die out due to lack of tools, support and encouragement to me seems a terrible travesty.

It only takes a few seconds to log in and read what people have been saying. Many of the top shelf modders have posted and voice their own opinions and concerns, so if you do not want to be a part of the cause, at least inform yourself as to the nature of our concern and requests.

All communities, even like this one here at the Org, require user input. To stand on the sidelines while this important battle goes on would be the biggest tragedy of all.

With sincerest regards,

MCM