When this Alembic Club discussion board was first created, both the username and the full name of the member were shown to the left of messages. Then at one point, in response to an isolated issue that was unknown to most of the members, that format was changed so that only the username was shown beside the message. Well that particular issue appears to no longer be a problem, and we are considering a return to the original format of having both the user name and full name shown beside the message.  
 
One reason we see a need for making this change is that when members first join and create their usernames, they probably haven't seen all the other usernames yet; thus, some of the usernames have ended up being quite similar. Another reason is that while some usernames are great for uniquely identifying an individual, they aren't always easily used when addressing someone directly in a post.  
 
So, we would like your feedback. Does anybody object to showing the full names beside messages? What we would probably do is give a lead time of 2 to 4 weeks after announcing the change to give people time to change the full names in their profiles in case they feel the need. Let us know what you think.

I have no objections.
Ellery (Lowlife)

Since full name is already visible on demand by looking at a member's profile, you're not making any private information public by including it.

I think its a good idea - will make it a bit more personable.

Good moderating. Let's do it! Or we go for Paul Lindemans or for Paul the bad one or PTBO
 
Paul the bad one

Yes do it! It?s a nice idea.
hilmar

No problem switching back for me, I was disappointed when the full names were dropped previously.
Mike Addyman Sr.

As long as you don't use my profile at witnessprotection.gov...
 
Larry

It's OK with me but does bring one question to mind.  Why have both?  What is the purpose of usernames other than anonymity?  I guess that's two questions.
 
I think that most here sign our posts with our name already so having it to the side would be a good move IMO.
 
Sam

Make it so.
 
Mike

Fine by me.
 
F. Michael Miller

I'd like that.
 
I hate having to pull the profile when responding to get a person's real name.
 
Brad

Sounds good

It's a nice idea, and very considerate of Alembic to ask our opinions. =)
 
Tom

No objections here.  I usually look at the profiles when I post anyway.  That way I can address the user's name and not username.  
 
Thanks!
Michael