Of course they try to convince you not to downgrade, I did it recently and they try hard but you just have to stand your ground, They cannot refuse you're request.
I don't like the layout of the new forum at all. Everything is mixed together and confusing. I imagine that most of their posters will just end up here.
You're right, it's like they don't care if anyone subscribes. Although they did advertise it quite a bit on the Steeler-Viking broadcast on Sunday night.
You said morons which isn't an end around in any terms. I never once had to ask for my paycheck, they just gave it to me. Maybe your company is different. Mine was Hughes Aircraft.
I haven't seen anyone here bashing anybody for getting discounts. I certainly haven't. I have been offered discounts in the past and have accepted them. If anyone wants to call them and ask for a discount more power to them. I choose not to.