After looking at the WSPR database over many months I wonder.

Why do so many VK stations feel they must run high power on WSPR?

Look at the database for any band and most of the stations running double figures in power are VK's.

Is it because they can't read:

The Weak Signal Propagation Reporter Network is a group of amateur radio operators using K1JT's MEPT_JT digital mode to probe radio frequency propagation conditions using very low power (QRP/QRPp) transmissions.

Is it because we don't understand the terms, Weak Signal Propagation or QRP/QRPp

Is it because we think its a contest to see who can score the most spots.

Is it because we don't know how to reduce our power?

Is it a throwback to our convict ancestry, a need to be noticed, a cry for help.

Or simply a feeling of isolation from the rest of the world.

73, Paul VK4ZBV.