The BML should be used only for messages of general interest. If in doubt, post it privately. Private messages must remain private and may not be forwarded to the list for any reason without the express consent of the original sender. Bashing other mailing lists on the BML public forum will not be tolerated. The BML is not to be used for any commercial purposes, including selling dogs.
Many Internet servers limit the number of messages or the storage space used for e-mail.
AOL is just one example. When a mailbox is full, those servers bounce the messages back which creates a problem for the BML server. It is your responsibility to manage your email so your mailbox does not reach its limit. If that's the case, the BML is not for you. Our electronic community is a peaceful one in which good manners are required.