Dear FCC,

   I am in favor of keeping the code requirements as close to the
same as possible. I realize that many will say that you can use a
radio without morse code, but the basic idea behind the amateur
radio program is to have a base of citizen  trained to provide
communication in the case of an emergency.  The most reliable
form of radio communication is still morse code.  I worked hard
to get my Extra class license and I am rather annoyed that there
is a group out there that thinks they should have the same
privileges as I do without having to do the work.  God forbid if
the amateur radio operators are ever called in because of a war
time situation on American soil, radio bands might be jammed to
the point that voice would be impossible.  CW would be the only
means to get a message through. Imagine a pool of Extra class
Hams that were not up to the task.

Jim
KE4IHI