Giles Free Speech Blog Restarts
I have decided to restart the Giles Free Speech Blog for the benefit of all to communicate freely. This entry will be the testing ground as to whether we can continue with the privilege of commenting to articles.
There will be some restrictions on posting.
1) You can post anything you want, that isn't vulgar, as long as you post with your true name and phone number.
2) Any post that does not include your true name and phone number will require some supportive evidence for any negative personal accusations that may be made. Any accusatory or personally negative references posted without your true name or supportive evidence for the accusation will be deleted.
3) Multiple postings will be deleted.
4) Any comment challenged by another poster that does not include factual supportive evidence will be deleted.
Allen Barrett 363-1983
There will be some restrictions on posting.
1) You can post anything you want, that isn't vulgar, as long as you post with your true name and phone number.
2) Any post that does not include your true name and phone number will require some supportive evidence for any negative personal accusations that may be made. Any accusatory or personally negative references posted without your true name or supportive evidence for the accusation will be deleted.
3) Multiple postings will be deleted.
4) Any comment challenged by another poster that does not include factual supportive evidence will be deleted.
Allen Barrett 363-1983
posted by Allen Barrett | 9:57 PM
221 Comments:
I would like to thank everyone who cast their vote for me for Giles County Executive in the Aug. 5 election. Although the end result was not what we had wished for, the last four months of campaigning have been productive in many ways. A foundation has been laid on which a future of progress for Giles County can be built.
Thank you to everyone on this blog who supported me and thank you all for caring about our wonderful county. The support and encouragement our fellow Giles Countians showed to me and my family energized and inspired us during the campaign.
I would like to say a special thank you to those who volunteered to work with, and/or donated money, to the campaign. I will never be able to completely thank you all or tell you how important your contributions have been. This is especially true for my family, who put their lives on hold and worked countless hours during this campaign.
Finally, to the people of Giles County I ask that you remember the slogan I used during my campaign — Expect More. As much as it meant you could expect more from me, it also meant that we should all expect more of our county government. I certainly do.
Thank you,
Scott Stewart
931-638-7592
wab
Your restrictions seem to fly in the face of what we call free speech.
There is probably no one more disappointed than I am that these restrictions have had to be put into place but it's kind of like when children decide they will no longer act responsibly that they have to have restrictions placed on them. It's unfortunate that at this time those who were responsible have to suffer along with the abusers.
Some people abused the privilege of unlimited posting and were too immature to engage in adult conversations thus the restrictions. Hopefully when people can prove to be more responsible and honest we will be able to return to "what we call free speech". Allen Barrett
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I would like to thank the people for giving me their vote of confidance in the last election. We are going to be faced with alot of problems in the next four years. I would like to ask all of the commissioners to join together and lets all work for the betterment of Giles County and put personal feelings aside. I think if we do that our county will be much stronger. Thank You,
Louise Faulkner
Allen,
Thank you for bringing the comments back. I look forward to learning more about the city and county through this free channel. And when it comes to free speech, I believe our founding fathers expected that people would have the courage to speak in person or attach their names to written text. The option for anonymous posts is too easy for those who wish to mislead, state false information, or disrupt constructive communications.
Your participation in the county meetings has been an inspiration to me, and undoubtedly many others. I hope you have the energy and conviction to get right back to it, because we need you. If we all keep working at making improvements, I believe the next election will have significantly better results. I'm thinking about how we can make improvements that help us all to be better informed and more active in the operations of the government. "For the people, by the people". I'd love to see it be true where my family lives. Until voter turn-out reaches 85%, I won't consider it done.
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To 9:04 read the requirements for posting, meet those and there's no problem. Allen Barrett
Absolutely hilarious! This is one reason why you came in last in a four man race AGAIN. Good!
By the way, you need to change the name of this blog, because it's no long a free speech forum.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010 5:55:00 AM
Ya know, I understand that Mr. Barrett lost, but you being the good Christian that you are, would not stoop to rubbing someones nose in it. At least he has the moral courage to stand up for what he believes in and not just post anonymous crackpot shots at others. And before I am called a cheerleader, I don't agree with everything Mr. Barrett says, but at least he has the courage to say what he does and then attach his name to it. He doesn't hide behind the anonymous name of a coward. I am just signing my nom de plume, but you already know who I am.
Apple Pi is not a real name. There is no phone number. Read your own rules WAB.
I realize from past experiences with some posters that their ability to read and comprehend has not been fully accomplished.
Rule 2 plainly states, "Any post that does not include your true name and phone number WILL REQUIRE SOME SUPPORTIVE EVIDENCE FOR ANY NEGATIVE PERSONAL ACCUSATIONS THAT ARE MADE. ANY ACCUSATORY OR PERSONALLY NEGATIVE REFERENCES POSTED WITHOUT YOUR TRUE NAME OR SUPPORTIVE EVIDENCE FOR THE ACCUSATION WILL BE DELETED."
If a post is not negative or accusatory there is no need for any
posting of a name, phone number or supportive evidence.
To 7:24 I read the rules as I was writing them, but thanks for your instructions. Allen Barrett
Fact 1 -- WAB finished 4th in a 4 man race-- by a large margin -- for evidence see this blog.
Fact 2 -- Scott Stewart was the 1st
post when the blog reopened. Just coincidence - I don' think so, for evidence see this blog.
Fact 3 -- for the last 6 to 8 years this blog has done everything it could to bash Janet Vanzant. For evidence see this blog. (but you have it blocked currently)
Fact 4 -- as soon as the tables turned to WAB and his cohorts he "took all his marble and stomped away" by shutting the blog down. for evidence see this blog.
JUST THE FACTS AS SUPPORTED BY THIS BLOG!!!!!!!!!!!!
To 8:37
If your not a fan of WAB or this blog site, why don't you leave and quit making posts? You should start your own blog.
Once again you have allowed your personal anger at me to warp your post into utter foolishness.
The first post made on this blog was ---SATURDAY, 27 MAY 2006 at 7:20 PM and was posted by Kendrick McPeters ---- that is four years ago not six or eight years ago.
Those first three years of post are not blocked and can be easily accessed by anyone seeking to open them.
A simple examination of postings would reveal even to you that the vast majority of postings have nothing to do with Mrs. Vanzant.
The reason for shutting down the blog was fully explained as nicely as I could. To make it more clear for you it was shut down because you had become so rabid in your lies and gossip I had a concern for your mental and physical health and for the sensibility of other readers. Allen Barrett
wab
You will probably delete this post, but I just have to tell you that 8:37 is factually correct and can't be denied. In addition, I would remind you that you were warned repeatedly that people do not like attack dogs. It's called Human Nature 101. I hope you were humbled by your most recent defeat, but I doubt it.
837 & 619 ok everyone gets it, you told us so, whatever, you should we ever know your identity would be a person that I'd strive not to discuss issues with, not because we might disagree, but because you seen devoid of the capability to have a discussion with any progress. Conversation seems to travel 360 degrees. That's probably the reason the blog was shut down....if you have 2 kids arguing one saying "did not" one saying "did to".....eventually a parent would shut them both up...it doesn't matter anymore. OK so he didn't get elected..now what? are you just going to keep reminding about janet this, janet that, defender...take us all to task, defender?????????? AAHHHH. Wab wasn't running against her anyway, he just doesn't agree with her way of conducting government....whatever....she still won...will rule for another 4 years...move on.
Are we to think that when any matter comes up now...it's going to be more of the same ol, same ol.
I for one would rather discuss what are we going to do now, how are we going to do it, and if I or anyone has a question about how/can/if something can be done...I'd prefer a supported answer. That's how a problem gets solved...question? answer? proof? next solution.....
So I"m not sure if I met the requirements but I am choosing to stay annon for the meantime fearing repercussions, which is sad to me to have to do so. someday that'll change, but I would like to know some identities on here myself, and that too may be a reality someday. If I'm not posted it won't offend me, and I'll check in with the blog when all the meetings start up to see if the detractors are still circling the pool...
and by the way---why does it matter that Scott was the first to post? I don't care if he called wab and asked when...you just made a stab at a man that was thanking everyone for their support/vote/help.....and that is supported by this blog!
I would like to know why 8:37 is so determined to continue acting like a child. The election is over, people voted, candidates are in office. If their candidate won what is the problem. This is not the proper way an adult conducts themselves. I hope that this blog continues,it gives great information about the happenings for which some are not able to get otherwise. Also if 8:37 says their posts contain facts then why did they not post their name and number. Maybe they are ashamed of their conduct here, maybe if people knew who they really were some in the community would not approve of their conduct either. Mr. Barrett I feel what you are trying to do with this blog is great don't let anyone stand in your way. You do have a support group,eventually that group will grow at which time changes that need to be made will occur.
Kristie Howell
638-7375
The election is over and the people have spoken. The blog is back up and running again. Please put threads on here that will stimulate rational discussion of issues important to Giles County. The charter initiative would be a good place to start.
Kristie,
I believe 8:37 raised some interesting points for consideration. There's absolutely nothing wrong or childish about that post.
Yes, the people have spoken. Thank God they did.
Just decided to check the blog. I bet Rapid has been checking everyday to be able to post so quick.
I do wish she/he would quit showing their rear end.
The election is over let's everyone move on and act like adults.
Kristie
I agree with everything you posted.
Another subject
Just read the WKSR report about the ethics violation by School Director, Tee Jackson. Mr. Jackson is quoted as saying "Yes, I did violate the school board policy but 'I didnt mean to do it'!" Sooooo can we all use that excuse whenever we are caught doing something against the rules/laws and get away with it?
It brings to mind the vandalism of Mr. Barrett's political signs and whether or not the accused "meant to do it"!
12:08
From what I hear, Mr. McAlister is actually innocent. If that be true, I would suspect that wab is going to be in court. And if Mr. McAlister is truly innocent, I hope he calls the television stations in Nashville to demand that the truth be revelaed. I hear he will do just that. Lots of people saw his signs up the day AFTER Mr. McAlister moved Mrs. Vanzant's sign away from barrett's.
3:30 If Mr. McAlister is actually innocent, pray tell me why the city police dept issued a summons to Mr. McAlister. Wouldn't they have had evidence to the contrary in order for the summons to be written? Enlighten me on the process please.
12:08 Why did you have to bring up the sign issue? Once it all plays out and the truth is known, then Mr. Barrett may want to create a thread for this subject. For now, let's talk about other issues that are important to all Giles Countians. The ethics violation by the School Director is a good subject as is the charter initiative. Hope Mr. Barrett thinks so too.
5:27
Well, why don't we just wait and see how the sign caper plays out? I understand Mr. McAlister is not about to let barrett get away with defaming his character. I hope he doesn't. We shall see.
McAlister has already shown his lack of character so how could it be defamed?
Why can't the sign issue be settled in court I understand that's the 24th. Until then everything is just a bunch of wishing and speculation so just wait for the court then have someting to talk about.
7:25
In the end, we will all see who actually had the lack of character in this matter.
7:25 Could you back up your comment with some FACTS? Otherwise, I think your comment should be removed. What do you think Mr. Barrett?
Does anyone know if TVA has set any power production records yet this summer? It's been so hot the tree in front of my house is wilted since it can't draw water out of the ground fast enough to compensate for the evaporation rate through its leaves.
I don't know if TVA has set any records but my Billy Goat says it is "baaaaaaaaaad hot"
speaking of the ethics committee board meeting what about the lunch bags and school health flash lights given to board members as gifts. in these hard economic times how can the people in charge of that money spend it so frivlous. why not use it for the kids instead of brown noseing.
Congratulations to the Winners:
COUNTY COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 7
Terry W. Harwell - 477
T.A. (Tommy) Campbell – 448
Vicki Coleman – 423
(WAB) William Allen Barrett – 254
11:13
Do you think wab will try to contest the election? Will he try to pull some stunt? Will he try to blame someone besides himself for his defeat? I hope not, because the people have clearly spoken.
6:57 and 11:53 Why don't you grow up? The way you are acting is no way to act. Makes people think you are on drugs or drunk. Maybe you are just an angry little person than can't let the past be.
11:53 WAB posted the election totals, he didn't bury it in the sand. Do you really think you were cute?
Contest the elections? Naw, he will just blame it on someone having access to the voting machines. Remember his whining about it before the election when he started hearing he was a beat man.
Gotta love the reasonable-minded voters of this county.
This blog is not going to be nearly as much fun with the new rules.
I truly thought I had seen it all. There was much childish, untrue, speculation and down right hateful things said without any type of proof by "anonymous" posters, prior to the election. The new rules for this blog were a giant step forward in requiring some accountability. However, apparently not much has changed and the same anonymous, "fine upstanding" citizens who claim to love this county, claim to be Christian which by definition means an imitator of CHRIST, are back on here WAB bashing, laughing and attempting to humiliate him, thumbing their noses at the rules like they are above it all, justifying illegal behavior and attempting to make a folk hero out of someone who broke the law and are hoping the one that had property tampered with gets sued for reporty a crime. How devoid of morals and character does one have to be to live by that logic. Has anybody heard Mr. Barrett blame anyone for the election results. No, he simply posted them here for the citizens convenience. So he stopped the comments for a while. Do you think he owes you or me or anyone an opportunity to comment on HIS blog? You people who are so obsessed with Mr. Barrett are just plain sick. You know so much more, start your own blog. It is frankly none of your business why he temporarily stopped the comments, but he gave you valid reasons. Had it been me, I would have stopped all commenting unless a person provided a valid email and factual evidence of the claim. And if I was the owner of the blog. I would delete any comment I wanted to without explanation. Being a parent, quite frankly I resent the msg that many of you are sending and that Mr. Lindsey put in the paper that reporting certain crimes, if it embarrasses a few public officials, is wrong and the person who reports the crime should be vilified. To every single one of you who thinks Mr. Barrett was wrong in the sign situation, please remember that he did NOTHING but report signs being tampered with and give the "proper authorities" his videotape. It's not up to you, him, or me to decide guilt or innocence. The "proper authorities" made the decision to move forward, not Mr. Barrett.
So now I have a question to all you who condone criminal activity. If someone becomes a victim of a crime, who do we need to contact to see if we are allowed to report it? Apparently some of you picture yourself as a "Godfather" type person and your little group gets to decide what crimes should be reported. If any of you become victims of vandalism, does the person the POLICE decide to investigate get to sue you? That's what you all are teaching the children and newcomers. All you fine Christians out there who put down Mr. Barrett's job qualifications.....looks like he just got a promotion, he did as Jesus said and "turned the other cheek" and allowed Rabid and crew to spew venom and arrogance. Nothing has changed, let the justifications begin, but before you let loose, ask yourself, would you provide a forum for political discussion and when every other poster hammered you instead of discussing relevant subject, would you "turn the other cheek?" Do you care that that much about Giles Co.
William James
William James,
Facts are facts and all else is speculation. It appears to me that about 99% of everthing on this blog is speculation or even worse--opinion. Fact is no one has been committed of any crime and the last time I check in this great county a person is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law and no one has been proven guilty that I am aware of. The problem with WAB and this situation is not that he reported a "crime" it is the fact that he has done everything possible to publicize HIS side of the story before the case goes to court. And in my "opinion" he shut the blog down and still has many of the comments blocked because he had publicized derogatory comments and was advised to shut it down cover his rear.
1:01
Great post.
1:01 Bitter? Party of one? Your table is ready.
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william
I thought maybe you had moved back to where you came from by now. I'm disappointed.
By the way, I think the blogmaster should delete your post, since you made an unsubstantiated derogatory attack against someone's Christianity. Wasn't that barrett's rule?
Let me tell you something about the sign caper. On the afternoon when Mr. McAlister was said to have tossed barrett's signs into the ditch, I went out there to look. All four of his signs were still right there where they had been prior to the accusation. I went back out there the following morning abd found them to be still there. So when, pray tell, did Mr. McAlister toss barrett's signs into the ditch? It's my opinion that barrett is going to be in hot water over this. If I know Clay McAlister, he will see to it that his name is cleared.
I just had to laugh when you mentioned wab's turning the other cheek. You can't be serious.
1:58 Mr. Barrett did NOT seek his own publicity regarding the vandalism of signs by McAlister. WKSR picked it up from cop records. The Columbia Herald picked it up from WKSR. TV channel picked it up from their affiliate, Columbia Herald. TV station contacted Barrett. FACT
Here's another fact. Unless barrett has proof that Mr. McAlister touched his signs, I would guess there will be a lawsuit. I got that pretty straight from a family member.
Here's another fact: Mr. Barrett stated on a public forum that he had a videotape of Mr. McAlister committing a crime.
He had better hope that tape shows such a thing or, if he does not have it, contact his insurance carrier....immediately.
Saturday, August 14, 2010 4:15:00 PM
Saturday, August 14, 2010 4:19:00 PM
Saturday, August 14, 2010 5:29:00 PM
Saturday, August 14, 2010 6:40:00 PM
She has to post to herself over and over again, same stuff.
This will be handled in court and it want be any of your business or mine unless you are McAlister.
It's going to be so funny when Barrett tells who she is.
William James,
Please remember that a person is presumed innocent until proven guilty. No one has been PROVEN guilt yet. Mr Barrett says he has a video that will prove it. Let's wait until that happens before we condemn someone. Now if YOU have evidence yourself, please post this on the blog. Otherwise, please wait until this all plays out because, as you said in your post, "It's not up to you, him, or me to decide guilt or innocence."
Also, please remember that as the blogmaster, Mr. Barrett is in control of the treads on this blog. Others have asked him to put topics on here that relate to the betterment of Giles County and can be discussed in a rational manner. So far he has chosen not to do so.
Lastly, please remember that if Mr. Barrett had "turned the other cheek" in the sign issue, there would have been none of this discussion on the blog.
Its not a question of guilt or innocence at present. THAT will be handled by the court. What has been resolved is that Mr. Barrett said Mr. McAlister is on tape breaking the law. Note the absence of the word "allegedly" in the statement printed and published by Mr. Barrett. There is a major reason you see that term in print from any reputable publication or in broadcasts over any media source. If you print an unqualified statement that someone broke the law, and they are acquitted or the case dismissed, then you have committed libel and are liable to the person libeled.
Now you know why all the prior postings on this blog disappeared. Thank goodness for printers though.
If Mr. McAlister is proven innocent, then Mr. Barrett could be in a lot of legal trouble. But we have to wait to find out until Mr. McAlister's case is over. Mr. Barrett, too, is presumed innoncent until proven guilty. All will be revealed in time. It could prove for an interesting few months!
Wednesday, August 11, 2010 8:37:00 PM
I noticed Louise Faulkner posted a Thank you also on this blog. Are you going to disapprove of her also.
Looks like anyone that wants to thank people for voting for them has a right to.
Too all the wannabe lawyers out there
it's obvious that you not only don't have a law degree but you haven't grown up enough to have even started school yet.
Mr. Barrett has posted topics that have been requested over and over again so get your facts straight.
What have you requested as a topic that he hasn't put on here?
Wiithout doubt this blog should no longer be called the "Giles Free Speech Zone" But should be called the "Giles Radical Losers Opinions Censored Blog" because there is no free speech here. If you do not go along the the opinions of a few you are deleted. If you "treat some the way they have treated others" for the past several years then your are called rabid and childish and deleted. I don't understand why I cannot play the same game WAB has been playing for years now. This will be my last entry because I know it will be deleted also. If you need factual evidence to support this then undelete all of the previous blogs including the ones before the election.
Sunday, August 15, 2010 11:31 PM
Although I am not a wannabe lawyer, one topic I have asked to see on this blog is the charter initiative. See my post Thursday, August 12, 2010 6:42 PM. I know it may have been on here previously, but I would like to see it again since the charter commissioners have now been elected. If Mr. Barrett would post how the charter government will work, then people can weigh in on the pros and cons without getting into a blame and name calling game. At least that is what I hope.
To anonymous7:01: Without a doubt this blog should be called: anything that the OWNER wishes to call it. If one does not like the views of the OWNER of the blog they are free to disagree, disappear, or develop their own blog with their own rules. Then that person can allow posts that they approve of or not; require positive identification or not; allow no posts, ever; allow posts whenever they want for as long as they want; and state their opinions and ideas all they want without allowing anyone to question them, attack them, accuse them, and/or demand that they apologize, report something in a different way, demonize their professional job performance; humiliate newcomers to the area for asking questions and then request that they leave their home; lump all who ask questions into a group who is constantly slandered; and whatever else they chose on their blog. I just do not understand why citizens on here who presumably have some degree of intelligence, truly believe that the blog OWNER owes them anything regarding the rules and management of this medium. Step up to the plate and since you feel this blog is run so badly, show us all how it should be done. Of course one would then have to give up their anonymity; That might be difficult for some. To the poster who asked me to consider toning down my name calling from a previous post: I sincerely apologize for offending you. I have an excuse for typing as I did, but as with most, it is just that, an excuse. I am now and have always been most frustrated with people who require a higher level of character in some people than they themselves are willing to abide by and equally frustrating to me are those who feel a sense of entitlement, that they are owed a free ride, so to speak. This blog being a prime example, no-one else willing to start another one, it's much easier to attack, anonymously of course, the owner of this blog.
You were very tactful in your constructive criticism of my behavior and I will most certainly consider and reflect on your words to me.
Sincerely,
William James
william
You continue to spew your venom and hatred toward some and then come off as apologetic, sincere, and reflecting to others. The proof is in your post, so perhaps mine won't be deleted for lack of substantiated evidence.
Can someone explain to me the power, if instituted, that Charter government will have over the County government and what power they will have in policy making? If you know, please list it. Thanks
943 continues to be Anonymous...we know this due to the love of the word Spew....
William had a GREAT idea....start your own blog to spew your side then and let us go over there to see your point of view.....
I can bet you wouldn't have the response that you give ALL THE TIME....which is distraction.
Election is over...please let us move on to discussion.
6:53 The Charter Commissioners will be sworn in by Judge Jones this coming Monday, 9 a.m. at the courthouse. Perhaps attending that ceremony and the meeting afterwards will enlighten as then you will hear directly from those 7people instead of speculation from any biased responders.
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The 12:37 post was removed because of it's groundless accusation and vicious character assassination without a true name attached.
barrett
What about the viciousness with which you attacked Mrs. Vanzant and select others of your choosing? You should have deleted those posts as well.
Really, I wouldn't be calling too many people hypocritical if I were you.
The rules state that posts must be accompanied by a name or supportive information. Two things you miss one is this is a new day with rules for the blog and two Barrett didn't put anything on the blog without his name or supportive evidence.
433 can't move on.
4:33
Those post have been removed now. I know you think it's a little late, but remember Barrett signed his name when he said anything about anybody.
This is a new blog and it's time to move on, if anybody can't move on I suggest a good doctor for help.
Is it true that TVA isn't a private company but is owned and operated by our Federal Government?
"the federal power producer"
"the seven-state federal corporation"
"Obama's four TVA board nominees"
"confirming White House nominees to the TVA board"
http://www.tennessean.com/article/20100818/NEWS01/8180365/Politics+cripple+TVA+board
3:07 you're kidding me right? What Yankee school system did you attend not to know the origins of the TVA and what it has done for our valley? TVA, a private company???? Just when I thought you bloggers could not be more misinformed.
No wonder I read what I do here. Unbelievable.
Hey don't knock a Yankee, they don't know about Tennessee Valley Authority.
Go up north and say something about Sam Davis the Confederate Hero and they don't know what you are talking about.
I'm sure there are a lot of northern things we don't know down south.
South is the best place to live. Why do you think so many move down here?
I didn't know the Federal Goverment had it's node in it.
You, too, didn't know the federal government was involved in TVA?????
Who are these people posting here?????????????
Again, unbelievable.
Yep, I was dumb enough to think it was Tennessee and other states around the valley. And I'm from Giles County, No Yankee blood.
At one time they talked about trying to sale it to a private company.
The Tennessee Valley Authority, a corporation owned by the U.S. government, provides electricity for 9 million people in parts of seven southeastern states at prices below the national average. TVA, which receives no taxpayer money and makes no profits, also provides flood control, navigation and land management for the Tennessee River system and assists utilities and state and local governments with economic development.
whew!!!!! some of you folks are so out of touch, I'm surprised you can turn on a computer, much less have a discussion about anything.
Every body can't be smart like you.
It takes all kinds to fill up this world.
As far as knowing how to turn on a computer lots of small children (3 & 4 year olds) know how to turn on the computer and play games on them, but bet they don't know who all the presidents are. They still have a lot to learn, but those games are helping them learn.
8:35 Just ignore him, I bet there a lot of people like me. All I know about TVA is it furnishes me with electric that keeps me warm in the winter, cool in the summer, can cook my meals and a light to read by at night.
I'm proud of TVA for all those things.
3 or 4 year olds may know how to turn on computers, but apparently some of the idiots on here don't know how to converse like an adult...maybe their 3 or 4 year old could...amazing.
Naturally someone not conceived here couldn't accomplish anything because of the "Yankee" blood......yes that sounds like some idiot that has no more intelligent response than to just dismiss their thoughts because they are a "Yankee"......
and by the way,...what does any of that have to do with anything???
9:30 I've been wondering what this had to do with anything also.
In looking over the last few post, I'm also wondering if you are the one posted 8:14, 9:48 and 5:39.
Are we going to fight the Civil War again?
I'm as southern as they come, some people say "hilly billie."
no that wasn't my posting...and no I wouldn't fight that war again....this whole thing just seems so silly....
8:58 are you saying 9:30 or one of these 8:14, 9:48 and 5:39 wasn't your post. See why we need something to tell who is who?
VOTE VICKEY HARWELL FOR CITY MAYOR. SHE WILL GET IT DONE AND IT WON'T COST THE CITY EVERYTHING WE OWN.
3:31 You are kidding, right?
823, What does that mean? Are YOU in the know???
For all we know, WAB is Whitt Miller! Everyone knows how he likes to stir stiuff up!
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Is it too obvious to mention that no one's rights of free speech are being denied? I'm no fan of Allen Barrett (let's just call it the understatement of the century) but having and maintaining rules for what can be said on his blog and how it is presented in no way infringes on the First Amendment. The First Amendment (which I'm presuming is what people are referring to when they discuss free speech) guarantees that the government, specifically Congress, shall make no infringement on the right of free speech. This is an individual's blog, one neither maintained by Congress nor regulated by them. Barrett can rule it however he wants.
Are you crazy? Allen Barrett Whitt Miller? Do you think for one moment the Lakes would employ Allen Barrett as a 'correspondent'. Anyways, some of the writings by Miller/Vickie Harwell were written against Barrett.
Exactly 4:28! There are some really stupid people posting nonsense on this blog. They don't think logically before opening their mouths. Those who carry political and other influence in this county are making themselves look intellectually impotent by producing only secondhand info, rumor and feelings as evidence against certain citizens in this county who are proactive in achieving more honest government. All of that is about to change in this county thankful to some who work so hard and diligently to make the public aware of wrongdoing. Wrongdoing runs rampant in this county. Those who try to reveal what is REALLY going on are chastised and condemned. They are treated as second class citizens to trick the minds of the people by trying to portray those who are working to make the public aware as bad,evil, troublemakers. It takes a lot of effort to be deceitful. Some just can't be void of power over the people. If the right things are done the people have the power not those we have elected. This is the way our government is supposed to work. In this town if you haven't seen it with your own eyes or heard it with your own ears you better do you own investigative research before you jump on the bandwagon with the others. The truth catches up with everyone eventually. You can only lie to an entire county for so long and get away with it.
It's so wonderful to make a post then a few minutes later post to myself like I'm a different person.
Hope we can keep posting anonymous.
8:36
Your paranoia and suspicions are noted. I am 7:19 but not 7:28.
Just accept the fact that there are a lot of us who do not see things as you do. And there is a difference in standing for what one believes to be right and being a bully.
To Clay McAlister: There's concrete evidence that you took Mr. Barrett's sign and threw it into the weeks. If you have any integrity at all, you will simply say you did it when you appear in court and get this thing behind you. One lie leads to another, one cover-up to another. I am an uninterested person who happened to be driving by that day and witnessed you throwing the sign into the weeds. Fess-up and regain your reputation with me and others in this county who possibly saw you too.
7:30 WAS THIS IN THE DAY TIME OR AT NIGHT?
4:28 I read the articles and I don't remember seeing anyones name in them.
7:30
Let's just wait and see what comes out in court. Mr. McAlister will be vindicated, and then I hope he sues barrett's pants off.
2:20 What article did you read and what did 4:28 say, can't find his/her post.
7:30 Even if you are an unterested person, I hope if you witnessed the "crime" you have talked to the police. Will you be testifying for the prosecution?
Sorry 7:30, that should be uninterested.
7:30
Interestingly, I drove out to Mill Street and saw all of barrett's signs right where they were the day before Mr. McAlister was accused of throwing his signs into the weeds. I know at least two people who WILL come forward and te4stify to that effect if need be. Will you testify on behalf of barrett?
Don't be such a jerk 8:06 Barret has posted several times that the signs were retrieved and placed back in the area where they had been taken from.
Even a child can understand that if you have a set number of signs take away two then replace those two you have the same number you began with, why can't you figure that out?
10;13
LOOK, I was called and told about this only moments after barrettt went to the police. I immediately drove out to Mill Street and noticed that his signs were still in place. If I have to, I will come forward and testify to that. Somebody needs to take barrett down a notch or two, and I believe it will be Mr. McAlister who does it.
To 6:24 you are to much of a coward to come forward for anything. 10:13 is correct after I called the police that afternoon I retrieved my sign from down the hill and replaced it.
There were four signs before McAlister threw one down the hill and there were four signs minutes later when I replaced it. I have never denied that there were four signs after the police arrived only that one was taken by McAlister and tossed down the hillside into the weeds. Now if you want to take me down a notice have at it, very little would be more satisfying than to have you under oath in the witness stand telling who it was that called you moments after I called the 911 operator, but we both know that will never happen because you will not come out from under your rock long enough to do the right thing.
Allen Barrett
wab
Rest assured that I'll be there if I need to be. And there are others. I saw your four signs in place right after you went to the police. So are you trying to say you retrieved one of your signs and put it back in place BEFORE you went to the police? Do you have Mr. McAlister on tape throwing your sign into the weeds? Even if he did that, it was YOU who provoked the entire situation. Shame on you.
You can try to discredit me and call me names all you want, but you are going to lose this one.
wab
One more thing. As smart as you think you are, why would you have put your sign back up before the police came out? And, by the way, the person who called me might be totally anonymous for all you or anyone else knows. Ok?
I would think the person that called you would be anonymous. Might loose a job for calling you. But I think you just told who you are when you said you got a call just moments after Barrett called 911.
That just goes to show how foolish people can be when they are up against a wall, desperate. Eventually the deceitful have a away of telling on themselves. It's funny how there is always a little bit of the truth in a lie. You just have to know how to look for it.
10:27
It's really none of your business who called me. Besides, how is that pertinent to the fact that I saw all four signs in place before the ink got dry on barrett's complaint.
5:30 Did you post this??
10;13
LOOK, I was called and told about this only moments after Barrettt went to the police.
Tuesday, August 24, 2010 6:24:00 AM
Then you said the person that called you might be anonymous. I only thought he better be anonymous.
You need to cool it.
11:43
LOOK, it's NONE of your business who called me. But it happened and I immediately went to see for myself. I'm not the only one, and it's too bad that you don't like it. I will come forward if Mr. McAlister needs me. But from what I understand, he's not going to need me anyhow.
If it's someone at the 911 office are the police station then it becomes the right of every person to know and demand a end to the behavior.
I would think the Police Department or 911 would be like a Doctor's office, "You don't tell what goes on there."
Bet they don't tell you anything else since you told it on the blog that someone called you.
6:20 So how are you so much in the 'know'. Happen to work for the city perhaps?
6:13
It's none of your business.
Free speech? What a laugher that is.
6:03 Speech has never been free, it's only been available through the sacrifice, blood and tears of those who have bought it for us. Our responsibility is to cherish it, use it responsibly and keep it secure for those who follow us. Allen Barrett
wab
Oh man of integrity and common sense. Your 8:32 post contained such flowery words of patriotism. The shame is that this is no free speech blog, so why don't you change its name? How about "Agree with Me or Else"?
Do you honestly think censoring those who disagree with you is consistent with using free speech responsibly?
You don't understand English very well,do you? You can say anything you want to as long as you sign your name. But a coward like you wants to say it all, and never put your name to it.
8:43 is right. You are a real bonehead for being incapable of comprehending the rules. You can say whatever you want to say but, you must back it up with proof and your name and phone number. I know you got used to being able to just throw any old thing out there and have it accepted as fact but, that don't fly no more. If you don't want to play by the rules set forth for all, then I suggest you shut your pie hole or take your marbles and leave. Do you understand that 6:13? This here blog isn't controlled by Dan, Janet or Vicky and some of the other pains in the butt we have in this county.
10:47 "take your marbles and leave" like WAB did?
Who are you talking to 1:56?
4:02
Duh, 10:47. (Friday, August 27, 2010 10:47 AM)
wab
Why don't you delete 10:47? Could it be because they said things you are in agreement with? Might it be that it's ok if it's directed in a negaqtive way toward Mrs. Vanzant or Mrs. Harwell? Oh tell me, thou outspoken man of integrity and common sense.
Someone said the blog was running again with the same old same old. So thought I would check it out. I’m beginning to wonder about some of the post.
Find a computer hard to turn on. Just push a button like turning on a light.
See what pops up, play with the mouse. Little children do it.
Knowing about TVA, I know it’s where I get electric and that’s all I need to know.
An old saying, “Some people are real smart but don’t have any horsesense.”
I don’t know if a horse has sense or not. I can’t help but wonder if some of these post is Jack Daniel talking.
The election is over so we have to except it even if we did loose our vote.
Sometimes things happen that have to be challenge. I hope it works out and it’s up to the court to decide. Pray they do what is best.
Let’s try to get along, as long as this hate exist nothing will work out.
Pray for Giles county instead of being angry.
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There is someone that hates the blog master.
Trust me, there's way more than just 1!!!
9:01
That group is growing larger every day. And the problem seems to be that he just keeps trying to stir things up. If he succeeds in taking Mrs. Coleman's job, there will be big trouble. She did nothing wrong, and many many people are on her side, thus creating more enemies for barrett.
The decision will be up to the Judge. Period.
6:49 And isn't that a sad commentary on what is happening in our country. The wishes of the people can be overturned by one person.
The fact remains that if the Election Commission made a mistake and she didn't have but 24 registered names, then she (Mrs. Coleman)did not qualify, PERIOD. No doubt about it, the judge will decide.
9:38
The fact remains that Mrs. Coleman did nothing wrong. The fact also remains that the people of 7th District want Mrs. Coleman to represent them and not barrett. Finally, the fact remains that barrett can't seem to accept the first two I mentioned.
9:38 The fact is the Election Commission certified her as a qualified candidate. Whether it should have or not, it did. That issue is immaterial now.
As a qualified candidate, she won. She's a commissioner. Period.
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I think the above 3 post are the same person. The fact of the matter is she/he didn't want Barrett elected.
I feel sorry for Mrs. Coleman in all this but a mistake was made and it has to be straighten out. If that has happen to anyone else it needs to be straighten out.
I voted for Mrs. Coleman and hope she will be appointed. Will you stop trying to stir up trouble, WAB has done enough. All Giles county needs is a few more people doing it.
You know all your whining about the signs caused Mr. McAlister to get in trouble. Before you say he's not in trouble, is having to hire a lawyer not trouble for him?
8:28
No so. I did not post all three of those in question.
I think Mr. McAlister has hired an attorney because he seeks to clear his name. Otherwise, he would take his licks and move on. Let's just wait and see how that situation plays out.
But he never would of had to hire a lawyer if he hadn't been accused of removing the sign.
He could of been just moving Mrs. Vanzant's sign out where it could be seen, but would he have done that if someone hadn't keep whining about the sandwich sign.
If it ever comes to court we will know more about it maybe.
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wab
I see you are busy deleting posts you do not like. Again, please explain to the audience how what you are doing is in any way considered free speech? What a crock.
8:58
Isn't barrett trying to overturn the wishes of the people by what he's doing to Mrs. Coleman?
Barrett isn't trying to do anything to Mrs Coleman. The problem is in the nominating petition that was approved by the election people. Mrs Coleman just didn't have the time or the know how to double check her signatures and that was entirely her responsibility. If she couldn't even do that right how in the world could she possibly be a good commissioner?
5:16
According to barrett's rules, your post has got to go. You are making an unfounded and unsupported statement about Mrs. Coleman. But I would almost bet he won't felete it.
Mrs. Coleman did nothing wrong, and she is going to make us a fine commissioner. She won fair and square as they say, and it just slays me that barrett thinks he can circumvent the will of the people in 7th District over something that was not her fault. Nor was it the fault of the voters who resoundingly told barrett they did NOT want his services. Accept that.
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How is it fair to candidates in other districts if the law is overlooked and Ms Coleman gets the job? I know for fact, a candidate took his papers in on the last day to qualify as a charter commissioner but he didnt have enough 'good' signatures so he was turned away. Explain that one to me and to that person. Why is it fair for one and not the other?
6:14
Very simply, it was a clerical error, and Mrs. Coleman won the election by a large margin. I agree that barrett should respect the wishes of 7th District voters and do the right thing.
If some of the deleted post are as some just before the election. Thanks for helping us not to read the silliness.
WAB, why was 5:51 deleted? Don't say it was bc it didn't follow the blog rules. It did.
7:03 You believe a clerical error then you will believe anything.
8:33
Ok, then why don't you come on out with it and name some people you think are so low-down dishonest? Can you not see the hatred this blog has caused Giles County?
This will come out very shortly, and trust me, this has stirred up a wildfire. And don't think for a minute that the defense isn't going to be armed to the teeth.
As someone pregviously said and was deleted, Mrs, Coleman is in the right on this and I too agree that God would be on her side in the matter. This is what she truly believes.
Ok wab, go ahead and delete it. But it's true.
The voters in District 7 have already spoken. Their answer was loud and clear. They want Harwell, Campbell & Coleman representing them. It would be an injustice to have someone appointed to this esteemed position. It just wouldn't be fair to the Distric 7 voters. They trust the people that were elected to have their best interests.
10:31
I agree 100%! I live in 7th dist. and I didn't vote for Barrett because I didn't want someone representing me that I feel cares more about their own agenda than real issues and concerns of the people.
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6:12
Thank you for this post. That is exactly how I feel and several of my neighbors feel. We feel that he thinks he knows what we need better than we do. I am a smart man! I don't need anyone taking my choice aka vote into their own hands. I made my smart choice on election day, and Barrett wasn't a part of it!
6:12
I've often wondered what Jesus would of when I read some of your post.
From now on everyone running for office will check and double check to have they have the right number of qualified signatures.
I'm sorry for Mrs. Coleman, she is the one hurt. I'm also sorry for Kathy, there is no finer person than her, but she or someone in her office made a mistake. I'm sure that would be easy to do.
It will all work out in court, so why can't we keep out of it.
10:36 perhaps you would like to list some of those real issues you speak of.
The things that I have spoken about publicly and consistently as part of "my agenda" are keeping our property taxes at least at the present rate, providing tax relief for senior citizens, preventing a wheel tax, treating all people equally, providing public opportunities for citizens to address issues with their commissioners, require a true balanced budget in accordance with state law, open the county for responsible economic growth where all can benefit not just a few select, restore the distance requirements between places that sell alcohol and churches, schools and public gathering places.
I have offered specific plans for accomplishing these goals. Not once did the other three candidates from the 7th district offer one idea to better the county. In fact they hardly showed up at any rallies and spoke only of family and education. One was at two events, one was at one event and one was at no events.
Allen Barrett
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That's your opinion 3:06 and you know what they say about having an obinion don't you?
5:54, then take your own adice!
What is adice you half-wit? And, I am not 5:54 before you start with me.
UM 5:54 said "obinion!" It was probably a key slip you half-wit!
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Whine, whine, whine, whine 8:11. If WAB is not thought well of, it's only in certain circles and those circles aren't talked about very complimentary either. Where you say more dislike WAB, I am hearing more come out in defense of him. Because it is now with all that is going on that citizens in this county are realizing how a certain group attempt to control and manipulate. When you speak, you speak for some but, far from a majority. Because as more comes to light of these situations "REAL" people are beginning to realize how easily it would be to be in the position WAB is in and with all attempts and strong arm tactics being used to keep control of you. So, you keep on living in the blind and believing what you want. You are very mislead in your thinking. As a matter of fact, I think you exaggerate quite a bit. Also, if you think WAB really gives a flip what you and those like you think, then you are totally disillusioned. Hasn't it been said time and time again on this blog to turn wrong doing and such over to the proper authorities? Well, that is exactly what has been done. Only you condemn and criticize continually. Can you honestly not see the hypocrisy? I get such a chuckle at those so vehemently against WAB, contradict their words frequently. Remember it is all in black and white on this blog and can be recalled if need be to prove it. However, I am sure to save yourself the embarrassment you will digress. You know I am right, but unwilling to admit it. Grasping at straws is all anyone is doing at this point. Save some face and let this all play out in court. For one day, and it could be sooner than later, you words could come back to haunt you.
9:55
Are you by any chance william allen barrett or his close relative? If you're not, then let me explain something to you. The group that was trying to control and manipulate is, in my opinion, barrett and his small band of followers. That didn't work.
You say people are coming out in support of barrett? Please do yourself a favor and just go ask around town about him. Visit a coffee shop gathering. I challenge you; just bring his name up in conversation and sit back and listen. You'll find out fast just how despised he is. And it has nothing to do with his so-called "positions" on issues. Anybody can take a position on anything, but that doesn't make him necessarily right or wrong. But in barrett's case, his misbehavior is the issue rather than his positions.
I have never had a problem with wrongs being corrected, but we are not talking about the same thing here. Barrett is costing taxpayers a lot of money with his court cases. Can you not see the hypocrisy in one claiming to be the champion of the taxpayers and then costing them wads of money in litigation fees? Oh, I think the one who will need to do some "face saving" is going to be none other than barrett. Yes, it's going to play out in court, and I believe he's going to lose in both instances. He's already lost in the hearts of average Giles County citizens.
I'm amazed to know you speak for the "average Giles County Citizen" and even more impressed that you know their hearts so well. You must be a very intelligent person to have such knowledge.
I don't know Barrett, and as far as I know I have never even seen him. I have spoken with some who do know him and have seen him at meetings and they report that he is always respectful to others until they treat him snobby. I think the only reason there is such a negative involving him is the fact he signs his name to the things he writes on this blog and that has many upset and they direct their frustration against him, had he remained anonymous would there be this "assumed" backlash against him?
The thing that really disturbs me is that some on here seem to think everyone has rights but Barrett. How many with the knowledge and the resources who feel they have been wronged would just let it go? Would you be so inconsiderate to hold up the line at Wal-Mart because the cashier shortchanged you five dollars? Would you hold up the line at Burger King because you didn't get the burger and fries you paid for? If PES overcharged you each month for a year then told you there was no way they would refund the two thousand dollars in over payments would you just let it go? Should all those who were fired from the highway department not have sued the county even though they won? Should those at the jail not have sued the county even though they won? Should Mrs. White have just said "o well" when she was treated unequally by the county executive? I’m amazed that the same person who criticized Mrs White of making it a “racial thing” when it involved a black victim and a white official but now embraces the idea of making it a “racial thing” when there is a white victim and a white offender.
Should the county officials be allowed to do as they please without facing any consequences or taking any responsibility for their mistakes or wrong doing. I too have read a number of times where the most ardent critic of Barrett has stated
take your evidence to the proper authorities and let them decide but when this is done this same critic is furious that his advice has been followed. Does Barrett have the same rights as everyone else or should he be treated different?
T.J. Maynard 283-7701
9:27 Great post.
Barret may win and he may not but he took it to court like the one so against him has often said.
Sure it's going to cost the county money, but how many times have some in office cost the county money.
People have to do what they think is right. Same rules apply to everybody.
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TJ
Then you owe it to yourself to ask around town about barrett. You'll find out fast that there are VERY FEW people in this entire county who have any liking or respect foer him. That is particualarly true right now. I challenge you to ask around. You will then know where the hearts of the average Giles County citizen is with regard to william allen barrett. It's called Human Nature 101. People do not like troublemakers.
By the way, NOBODY said barrett doesn't have rights. But he is wrong in the way he takes adfvantage of them. Mrs. Coleman won this election big time, and she has done nothing wrong. Granted, someone at the election comkmission made a clerical error, but that doesn't negate the fact that the voters of 7th District wanted Mrs. Coleman and not barrett. He just can't seem to accept that, and I am quite amazed that he has such little respect for the will of those voters.
TJ
What about Mrs. Coleman's civil rights? She did nothing wrong.
7:25 Surely it depends upon what the law says, not sentiment. Regarding whether or not people respect Mr Barrett, you seem to have conveniently forgotten Danny Lindeys letter to the editor and the quick response from Mr Jim Culpepper putting Lindsey in his place. Same applies to you.
7:25 You are obviously one of the liberal democrats running around talking about rights when they apply to you but deny them when they apply to others.
You probably don't even realize how
anti American your statement is, "By the way, NOBODY said barrett doesn't have rights. But he is wrong in the way he takes adfvantage of them."
If you would enlighten me I might understand where there is logic in your statement instead of just one sided stupidity. You say Barrett has rights but you don't like how he uses them. Would they really be rights if he could only used them the way you choose instead of the way he chooses. If a person wanted strawberry ice cream should they only have the right to get vanilla because that happens to be your choice?
You must feel proud when your liberal pals declare you have rights but you can't eat at Mc Donalds anymore because they have decided it's unhealthy.
Should a person have the right to worship or should a person only worship the way you think they should? It's the same thing.
I think I read somewhere on here that "it wasn't a matter of Mrs Coleman doing something wrong she just didn't do the things that were required right".
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To 8:56; 9:06; 9:13 and 9:22
You're going to have to make up your mind if there is any, either I am too arrogant to post under anonymous are like you I am to cowardly to post under my own name.
I did not write the 8:22 post but I certainly agree with it. Now if I had written it why would I now agree with it without putting my name on it? If I didn't write it why would I now agree with it and put my name on this post?
If you had any clue as to what you're talking about you might not sound so stupid. Allen Barrett
Talk about not accepting reality. If someone on here supports Mr Barrett, many of you assume it's him. He has many supporters, maybe some of you should accept that. I don't understand why this is so complicated for some. Ms Coleman got more votes than Mr Barrett, nobody has argued that. However the fact of the matter is that she was not qualified to be on the ballot. Some say she did nothing wrong. That is an untrue statement supported by facts. She did NOT have the required signatures to be on the ballot. She was told she did, but she didn't. Why did she not check, re-check, then double check those signatures for herself. Is this a pattern of behavior, I must ask, because I don't know her? Does she normally do just enough to get by, nothing more, nothing less. That's what happened here and it backfired because of poor planning. By having the bare minimum instead of gathering more signatures, when one was found invalid, she, if one believes in obeying the law, was no longer a viable candidate. One would think that someone with the counties best interest at heart would step up to the plate, admit the shortcoming, respect the laws in place and graciously admit their error. Then regroup and work like the dickens to support the legally elected commissioners until the next opportunity to run for office arises. Those that voted for her threw their vote away, that part is true, but again, the candidate is responsible for that as well for not crossing all her T's and dotting all her I's. You talk about the will of the people; great point, however their will should not override our county's rules for democratic procedures. The only reason that this is an issue is because it's Mr Barrett again going out on a limb to do the right thing, not necessarily the popular thing. Not one of you outraged citizens against Mr Barrett would dream of saying "break the law" "ignore democracy", "forget about fair and honest laws applied equally" if the situation were reversed. Giving into mob rule is frightening to me all because of your prejudice. You all blast WAB for rocking the boat, anonymously but none of you will do it publicly. Your lack of respect for the law is a good reason to remain incognito. I too, would remain anonymous if my value system was what many of you are espousing: that is that the law only applies to certain citizens and some are above it. It's okay to circumvent the law if it is inconvenient for a select few. The bottom line is that there were only 3 eligible, legal candidates on the ballot. That is all there is too it, if you respect the true American way of life. But apparently where Mr Barrett is concerned, the "means" justifies the "end". and the American way is only a technicality to you. How very sad, but even more, how very frightening. Who is next on your hit list of those not entitled to rights, priveleges, and responsibilities that come with being an American in Giles County.
Sam Nabors, Ardmore TN
WAB, you only said you agree with it and deleted the posts because you were caught. Also, do you know how to talk to people without name-calling? "Stupid"? Really? That is so immature. If you are as great as you think you are, you could come up with a better word than that. And Sam Nabors should be deleted because he didn't follow the rules. Ardmore, TN isn't an address. I could make up any name and put Pulaski, TN after it. Or maybe you are Sam Nabors...
1034 obviously the posts got under his skin. Barrett really needs to change the name of this blog. Maybe someone just needs to give him a dictionary so he knows the meaning of free speech. I too think that Sam Nabors is Barrett. And The Real Deadman. And Ikon Add. And a few others.
10:41 I agree. Free Speech doesn't exist on this site, unless your name is Allent Barrett. He says whatever he likes about whoever he likes, but doesn't give us the same privilege. I understand that this his blog, but the title misleads you. It should be called GilesCensoredZone.blogspot.com
wab said...
You have exactly the same privilege I have to post anything you want 10:54 all that is required is you sign your name and put your phone or address on it.
I am leaving your three post up so people can see just how stupid you are and how the truth has no meaning for you but then cowards never have much character.
If you would be truthful and try to think a bit you might remember the reason there is now irresponsible statements being deleted is because you were so abusive with your rumor mongering, gossip spreading and lie telling. If you could be as responsible as other posters there would be no need to delete your statements but you and responsibility will never co-exist.
Allen Barrett
WAB if you hate this town, the people in it and the way things are done here so much, why don't you go back to where you came from?
Would you declare that you hate your children because you were simply displeased with part of their behavior? Most love their children in-spite of their behavior because over all they are your children, for the most part they are lovable and there good points outweighs their bad points.
I have lived all over the world and Giles County is the only place that I have ever chosen to live in. I love this place and it's people.
Living in Giles County or any place else, is like living in a house, not everything in that house may be just as you would like it but overall you would not move from that house because the greater part of it is just what you want. Like a house though from time to time there has to be some repairs made, the grass must be cut, maintenance done to prevent the deterioration of the house and a new heating/cooling unit, water heater, etc installed. These things may be costly but they are necessary for the greater good of the person living in that house. Very few people would ignore a hole in the roof especially when it rains and water is dripping onto their TV yet some of these same people will silently watch as their community deteriorates.
I will not move from the place I love and have chosen to make my home nor will I stand by passively while my home/community is deteriorating.
The bottom line is simple, because there are problems responsible people don't run away they face them and make corrections. Allen Barrett
wab
Let's see if I can list all the names you just called me. You referred to me as stupid, a coward, one who doesn't value truth, lacking in character, abusive, liar, gossip and rumor mongerer, and irresponsible. Can you not see how despicable this makes you?
No, you deleted my posts because they were not in agreement with your lofty opinions.
I just had to laugh at your analogy of the home repairs. I suppose you think you are the repairman when it comes to "fixing" Giles County? Somewhere in your deluded mind, I think that is the case. Well, we already have a repairman, but thank you anyway. Giles County citizens and particularly voters in 7th District have sent you a loud and clear message to that effect. They don't need or want your services!
I just thought of an analogy of my own. The roof was just about to collapse on our county government, but there were enough of us (repairmen) out there to make the necessary repairs before that happened. The roof was replaced (election), and the government was saved for four more years. Of course, the bad elements (troublemakers) will beat and rail against it with every storm, but they will not succeed in causing destruction.
Did I miss something 6:24 I didn't see any of those names you listed in WAB's statement>
I thought each of us was responsible to make the repairs needed in our lives not the government. Sometimes we need help because we might have the expertise to do it all by ourslef
for me in those times I had much rather have a proven help like WAB than a talker like you. It's the difference in getting something fixed and just getting it talked to death. Oh, those names you listed wouldn't they really make you dispicable instead of WAB?
7:41
Go back then and look at barrett's 11:07 and then come back and argue that it wasn't full of his usual name-calling.
7:41
Could you not tell that my analogy was used in a figurative and not a literal way? Gracious.
I've heard five people can see something happen and all five will see it different. Guess that is the way this blog goes.
I again am not believing what I am reading and I thought I had heard it all. Goober and Gomer have nothing on some of you fine folks. You are now, anonymously of course, wouldn't dare speak up publicly, you are demanding that the blog owner who allows you to post like a scared ten year old, on a blog that he maintains, ordering him to delete certain posts, demanding an explanation of posts he deleted, challenging him on the name of his blog, hurling slanderous insults at him, and then all but running him out of town. He has the right to delete any and all posts or none, require valid contact info or not, name the blog anything he wants, and change the rules anytime he wants. Basically if he offers you an explanation of his deleting or letting a post remain, he is doing you a favor. If you don't like his blog, rules, or opinions, then hey, Einstein, get off his blog. He, contrary to what Boss Hawg and Goober, Gomer and the rest of you think, doesn't owe you a blog and I find your arrogant whining childish rants much more abrasive that WABs tactics ever have been. I may not agree with him, but I know that his signs his name to his posts. And hey to the genius who again thinks that anybody that agrees with WAB must be him anonymously, Sam is short for Samantha, who moved here a few months ago. I was given some bad info though. Was told Giles Co was a nice family oriented community that welcomed newcomers. That was a lie. I feel very unwelcome because I have a different opinion that a native. And I thought Arab AL was "closed" to "foreigners". Maybe is is just small towns, they don't want any new people ideas, companies, etc, which explains why small towns are fading away. It's what the natives want. Death of their home town is preferable to diverse people.
Sam Nabors
Ardmore, TN, (which is an address)
Sam, I love you and welcome to Giles county. All people aren't like one or two. Doesn't God love everyone and want us to love one another?
I was told by a boss one time,"All good people leave the little towns."
I still stayed in Giles County.
Sam
No indeed, that was not a lie. In fact, most people who move here will not agree with your assessment. I happen to know, because I've heard too many newcomers say they love it here. In fact, one of my neighbors and good friends is from a northern state. But of course, it wouldn't have made any difference with me had he moved here from Mississippi.
Regardless of where one comes from, it's really up to the individual to assimilate into local culture or to be contentious and problematic. I'm not saying you are either of the two, but those who come here with a know-it-all attitude often find it hard to be well received. That's just human nature anywhere you choose to live. I'm sorry if you feel unwelcomed here, but there are many newcomers who do not share your view.
Sam
If you go looking for faults in people, you're going to find them anywhere. I have a friend who lives in a large northern city who could tell you some horror stories about how he has been treated. You know, many times we figuratively make our own beds and then have to lay in them. People are friendly and welcoming when we are the same. It cuts both ways. So please don't blame people for what could be something you need to change within your own perceptions and personality.
Great idea 6:24 blame the messenger instead of message. If you and those like you would take a look at your own behavior you would see the same thing this lady is trying to tell you about. Your blindness is what has kept this county moving backward for the last hundred years.
9:32
No, I'm simply telling the truth. People do not decide to dislke another perosn without reason. If Sam is having trouble adjusting, I was merely saying that perhaps she needs to take a look at her own behavior instead of making an untrue statement about the people of Giles County.
4:35, I agree. People react differently to different people. They also act differently in new situations/environments. One bad experience in a new place, can make everything about that place give you a bad taste in your mouth from then on. Also, maybe it's the person that has issues, not the town/county.
Sam, you are saying that just putting "Ardmore, TN" is sufficient as an address per the rules of this blog? Can you send a letter addressed as:
Sam Nabors
Ardmore, TN
and expect it to get to you???
Why not try it and see, be sure to put a return address so it can come back to you.
Sam
Agree with you. Be sure never to make a comment about someone cos for sure you will be speaking with a relative. Its all this inbreeding that makes the natives wacko and difficult to be around.
7:20
Well, if you don't like living around all the inbreds, why don't you hop a bus back to whereever you came from? You just proved the point that people have to be willing to be friendly and cordial to others if they expect people to treat them in the same manner. You can't come into a new location with that kind of attitude asnd expect the locals to accept you. Shameful.
It's ok to call people around here inbreds, but Heaven forbid if anyone calls another a yankee.
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