Hey Jim,
I like this discussion; it is a favorite of mine; I completely understand what you are saying; and I agree with you. What we are talking about is the rewriting of the Fifth Tradition in what I believe to be an erroneous preamble.
“Each group has but one primary purpose—to carry its message to the alcoholic who still suffers.”
In doing so, the drink problem is removed. That preamble / blue sheet should read (if it should be read at all): “Our primary purpose is to help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety [so that we may stay sober ourselves].
Another good thread Jim.
:atv