The first generation was individual threads for only one event.
The second generation was threads for press releases from bus
companies. The third generation was threads for press releases on a
quarterly basis. The fourth generation was threads for press
releases on a yearly basis.
We are now in the fourth generation.
The first idea of the fifth generation of press releases threads
was to have them in parts, where the first thread accumulates two
thousand replies, before the second thread is created. However,
this was rejected by the moderators as they feel that it is not
wise to combine many years of press releases into one thread.
I have a new idea on the fifth generation of press releases
thread. This new idea moves away from the tradition of posting only
press releases. Besides press releases, we could post news
articles, blog articles, etcetera. Besides buses, we could extend
our coverage to trains, since bus and train complement each other.
Meanwhile, the threads remain on a yearly basis.
This new idea may encourage a more active discussion, as
discussions are not limited to only the press releases. Whenever
there is an online article, any article, about buses and trains, we
can discuss about it.
This new idea is not intended to replace the other discussion
threads. It is only meant for recording (a greater variety of)
online articles and having casual discussions about the articles.
For content-specific discussions, we can have them at the other
discussions threads.
What do you think of this idea?
If you have an idea on how to improve on this idea, or another
idea on the fifth generation of press releases thread, do write it
here.
Thank you for taking time to read this reply.
keep it to press releases only for easier tracking