Mongo, why should David have to contact you personally to tell you to act civilly. There was no reason for your thread in the first place. This board is great for spirited discussions - sometimes very spirited - on railroads, not your hurt feelings because someone won't let you play anymore. The other board is Todd's property and he can run it any way he wants. Of the people who were kicked off, I'm sure that some deserved it, some may not have, but he has the right to do what he wants because he owns it.
Hopefully this board does survive. In my opinion it is the best board and I learn things every week, not to mention enjoying the discussions/debates. I'm sure that David will tell everyone what is happening as he knows/decides and crappy comments won't change that.
David, I want to echo everyone who has thanked you and will be satisfied with whatever decision you ultimately make.