No, that is illegal. Flat out NO manshoon. You really should bring this to the attention of the SEC. A newsletter having warrants is completely different the company paying to promote their stock.
One last time, surprising they allowed you to moderate, ANYONE CAN HAVE A WEBSITE. I dont know what newsletters you subscribe to but the ones I receive have never said they are long. That is breaking the mold, you're right.
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