Here are some things to consider if you'd like to apply:

--Liberals, centrists and everyone in between are fine to serve as moderators here.

--We prefer people who have been members for a while, and require that you spend some time on the forum before applying. You must be at least 18 years old.

--You must be able to log on to The Thom Hartmann Program regularly.

--There will be times that The Thom Hartmann Program will occasionally overturn decisions you made, or to make specific requests

--If you can't controll your emotions & behavior, or you can't be fair to a particular group of people, please do not sign up to be a moderator.

--We encourage moderators to help begin threads with the news and topics of the day.

Here's how to volunteer:

SEND US AN  EMAIL WITH THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION - This will be confidential to Louise, Thom and Sue, who manages the forum.

Send an email to louise@thomhartmann.com with the word "moderator" in the subject line.

- Your real name

- Your forum username

- Your address

- Your telephone number

- Your email

- How much time you spend on The Thom Hartmann Program message boards

- A brief statement which generally outlines your political views and why you would like to be a moderator