Who needs another free speech blog?
We, the people of Giles County, do. Now that Penny Thoughts has been harrassed by a disgruntled politician, and is closing up shop, I thought I'd try and fill in the vacuum caused by his departure. And my first thought was, well, I already have a website I'm not using for much of anything, so I'll simply buy some blogging software, and host it right there. Then, I got to realizing that it might take me several weeks just to pick out and learn to use the "right" software, while "Blogspot" offerered an instant solution to my problem...
So, the "Giles Free Speech Zone" follows in the footsteps of Penny Thoughts in more ways than one. But, perhaps, once I run into the limitations that Penny Thoughts often complained about, I'll go the more elaborate "buy software and host it myself" way. In the meantime, what I have here should work at least as well as what Penny Thoughts used. (It's the same software and hosting, after all.)
I do expect to run things a little bit differently than Penny, however. I got really sick and tired of all the "anonymous" comments on GTCW, and I plan to simply delete anyone who posts anonymously on this blog. Well, that's what I'll do after a week or two of "phasing in." And afterwards, people will still be free to post anonymously--- they'll simply have to post under a ficticious handle. Does anyone remember the glory days of citizen's band radio? Well, this blog will work kind of like that.
I'm also open to suggestions about topics and blog management. I really do want to make this an even better blog than the original that I'm copying, so reader input is strongly encouraged!
We, the people of Giles County, do. Now that Penny Thoughts has been harrassed by a disgruntled politician, and is closing up shop, I thought I'd try and fill in the vacuum caused by his departure. And my first thought was, well, I already have a website I'm not using for much of anything, so I'll simply buy some blogging software, and host it right there. Then, I got to realizing that it might take me several weeks just to pick out and learn to use the "right" software, while "Blogspot" offerered an instant solution to my problem...
So, the "Giles Free Speech Zone" follows in the footsteps of Penny Thoughts in more ways than one. But, perhaps, once I run into the limitations that Penny Thoughts often complained about, I'll go the more elaborate "buy software and host it myself" way. In the meantime, what I have here should work at least as well as what Penny Thoughts used. (It's the same software and hosting, after all.)
I do expect to run things a little bit differently than Penny, however. I got really sick and tired of all the "anonymous" comments on GTCW, and I plan to simply delete anyone who posts anonymously on this blog. Well, that's what I'll do after a week or two of "phasing in." And afterwards, people will still be free to post anonymously--- they'll simply have to post under a ficticious handle. Does anyone remember the glory days of citizen's band radio? Well, this blog will work kind of like that.
I'm also open to suggestions about topics and blog management. I really do want to make this an even better blog than the original that I'm copying, so reader input is strongly encouraged!
posted by J. Kendrick McPeters | 1:17 AM
9 Comments:
Thanks for the effort - maybe we an create a change to elilminate spin. Some think it's the only way to get things done. However, spin is deceit & deceit is corruption. Maybe we can set a fire that will reach the oval orfices in DC, Nashville, & elsewhere. Deceit is a bipartisan disease that infects us from the top, both sides of the aisle, and all the way back to the institutions of information. Don m
Thanks for the effort - maybe we an create a change to elilminate spin. Some think it's the only way to get things done. However, spin is deceit & deceit is corruption. Maybe we can set a fire that will reach the oval orfices in DC, Nashville, & elsewhere. Deceit is a bipartisan disease that infects us from the top, both sides of the aisle, and all the way back to the institutions of information. Don m
This blog has enabled those of us, which work for the county, to voice our opinions without costing us our jobs.
Example: I work in the courthouse and I could never openly say to anyone, how terrible is has been working with a woman in charge and her never telling the truth about anything. When trust is gone, you begin to suspect every word that comes out of her mouth.
We need this blog. The politicians and departments leaders dont like it 'cause we've got them squirming. Good job McKendrick.
Obviously we in Giles Co need this blog. with well over 5,000 log ons as of this date that means more than 1,000 each week since its about the 4 week anniversary today. Wouldlike to seemore pics of a governmentalnature since we are withina few weeks of the election. Go Kendrick.
We don't need THIS blog. It is just a gossip center for people to say he said or she said. You can call people anything you want and get away with it.
The fish fry thing had nothing to do with the Gordan family.
Sorry........Gordon family.
To Old Hickory:
In reference to your comment I am Adrienne Braden. I do not usually comment or read the blog. However, please have correct information when using my name on the blog. I DID NOT apply for the financial director position but I believe I am capable. If you seem to question my payroll capabilities, please call me at 931-363-4558. I will be glad to discuss any errors you think I made on my part.
In conclusion, ignorance is bliss saith the Lord.
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