That will depend on if we still have a democracy

No, though it does have web based list management. MailMan is much closer. Key differences are SAAS (no self hosting), privacy (anonymizing), built in safety (anti-virus, tracker & dangerous attachment removal), and no tech know-how needed.

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GNU_Mai...

"Ignorance of a bar-stool drunk" does describe his supporters

Can't it be both?

Had similar issues with my Dad. So many family members got forwarded email attacks we had to use some safety measures. We made EMail Parrot based on this experience - emparrot.com

Would an approach like emparrot.com/blog/2024/02... help you?

Ever thought of making your newsletter interactive? Engagement comes from being heard and a blast-o-gram doesn't do that. EMail Parrot provides safe, moderated, and private group email conversations. emparrot.com/blog/2024/02...

Anonymized, closed groups can give you what your member's need.

I'll be there with bells on! 🔔 (email sent)

For organizers out there - EMail Parrot enables anonymized email group discussions. Keep your crew active and safe. Don't let the energy fade after Saturday due to privacy concerns. emparrot.com

EMail Parrot is also not an MTA though it uses one for receiving and sending - AWS SES. You original point is a good one - our documentation needs to clarify the log retention policy as well as the email retention policy. I'll reach out to the team on that, thanks.