I'm not sure I agree. At least personally, I would wait. I recall insomniasexx said that Designer News had a sign up window that was pretty narrow, and that people waited for it. In all honesty, if they aren't interested in waiting, maybe that's not a terrible thing. As for the circle jerk thing, it's a tough one. I'm not convinced that it comes from like-mindedness as much as it does from a lack of depth. For example, a discussion of climate change isn't a circle jerk if everyone agrees it is man-made. However, it is a circle jerk if people aren't willing to critically discuss aspects of climate change, or solutions, prevention, economics of it, etc. Usually a circle jerk can only occur if the treatment is very shallow. I get no joy out of mindless endorsement of my opinions. In fact, it bothers me and I seek critique. I expect that is the goal of thoughtful people.The thing is, people aren't going to wait.