OT threads come in waves..by the end of the day, they'll be near the bottom again...and OT threads make us a community, rather than just a bunch of gamers. And we're all relatively mature about how and what we discuss. And, we all exist in reality, and reality has events that we, as reasonable people, will want to discuss. The forums Sept 11 2001 were actually very numerous, but also very healthy and cathartic for many people. Some OT topics have been people in the forum asking for advice with medical, legal, or other issues - and they got great advice and help. And, if there was a separate forum for OT topics...well, no one would visit it...
Overall, current system is positive and beneficial, and I see no reason why it should be changed. There's been no abuse of it.
Now, perhaps AT should tone down starting new threads...
Just kidding.
<gives big wet sloppy kiss to AT>
