No, you won't. You never will unless you make support compulsory.
The discussion is about how the non-supporters are treated and the general attitude towards them. Corgi's point is valid and is emblematic of my original point. (I noticed that myself but lacked the computer know-how to point it out.)
I'm not bright enough to figure out what your point is here. Who's labeling supporters "elitists"? I personally haven't labeled the supporters, as a whole, anything.
It seems to me you're feeling picked on. I don't know how things are organized here, but perhaps raising the dough to keep the lights on is your responsibility.
I apologize if my remarks seem directed at you, Lani. They weren't. You do more for this board than anyone, at least to my eyes. It's almost like you're carrying the forum on your back right now, what with your detailed reviews, stunning photography, and friendly banter.
But... I have to say there is a definite tone running the board in general, and certainly in your post I'm replying to, that people who use the board without supporting are not welcome.
Yes, noobs get their questions answered. I personally haven't felt unwelcome. Ever. But others have. I know because I run into them on other fora.
This place should be the king of the hill. All the true rep brains and innovators are here. This place should be rocking! But it isn't, because it has the reputation of being unfriendly. Like it or not.
If ya'll are okay with this, nothing needs to be done, I guess. But if you, we, (I've ponied up now), want this place to hop again, something different has to done.