Yeah I have. That was partially why I responded the way I did.
I think it's great the new people want to get involved. I also think that they should take some time and learn about the game and community before they start throwing out all their suggestions.
When I first started AH I don't think I said a word for the first month, and I moved here with my squad. Heck i didn't join the bulletin board until I had been here several years.