Hiya Robin,
Good to see your name here again...hope you're doing better.
I agree with you entirely and it is so embarrassing that folks have to be embarrassed into making a minimal donation to support a facility which is of tremendous value to all who come here.
....and you know doing without those Big Macs and the other stuff would also help with weight control a little.
In the UK we have a National Health Service which is essentially funded by employees' compulsory contribution until they reach retirement age and then you get a pension based on how much you've contributed over your working life. I think generally US ages are considerably higher than here in the UK and therefore you have the capability to buy your health care.
Would $10 really be difficult for most people or are they just happy to let a few, including the creator of the site, pay the dues.
Count me in.
Best wishes
Dave