Good argument Miller, but I think equally valid is saying that at least for certain formats the border is a part of the picture, and if the border evokes a certain mood, then that is part of the message, certainly we are making a statement with our pictures.
Of course film and digital are 2 separate mediums, overlapping yes, but separate. What holds true for one does not always hold true for the other and having one rule fairly cover both is difficult balance at best. I think the general guideline of minimal post-processing does that well and holds the spirit of the contest, show your best picture fairly well. I voted don’t care, because to me both sides have valid points and I like to think I can compete against the others here borders or not.
