On my lists whether or not discussion of the 1940 census is permitted or squelched will depend upon the subject matter of the LIST, the other traffic ON the LIST, and the specific nature of the discussion. For instance, on a US County list discussion of the census (beyond a statement that it is available) would be limited to discussion of census entries/questions/data pertaining to the county. On a surname list there would need to be mention of the surname and then a thread could wonder off from there if it doesn't deviate from the subject matter too far or too long. That said, I wouldn't prohibit (in advance) any discussion on any of my lists -- and if a list is not otherwise busy I'm a bit more tolerant in that I just want to cheer that people are ALIVE out there and want to discuss almost ANYTHING related to genealogy. <g> Joan In a message dated 3/1/2012 1:38:31 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, romero89@earthlink.net writes: Census questions won't be banned on my lists. They have relevance to genealogy research. I've been on lists where the Administrator takes themselves too seriously, banning this person, admonishing that person, cutting off discussions, and not allowing areas of genealogy research that don't fit their narrow views. I don't consider myself to be a "List Mother" who must constantly be on my "kids" to do everything exactly right. I am a "List Administrator" who will step in to keep my lists clean, on topic, and without extended needless discussions between individuals. It's an easy job. Why make it harder than it need be? Linda