Hi there.
It’s been quite a week here at 4Q10D. There’s been a lot of new faces poking around, reading the blog, commenting. Welcome!
Most of you newcomers are here because of the post entitled, “Why I Will Not Be Voting Republican For the Foreseeable Future.” I’m quite proud of that one, but honestly somewhat taken aback at how popular it has become. I guess I struck a nerve.
Many of you have written to say kind things about it, and I thank you for that. It’s nice to hear. I’ve enjoyed reading your comments, even if I have responded only to a few of them.
A few have written with criticisms, which is worthwhile to hear when they are constructive. I’ve tried to respond to a couple of those too.
I have turned off the Anonymous Posting feature for now. While there are a few real reasons to prefer anonymity, all too often online it is just a way to hide behind a veil and snipe from cover. I’ve already had to delete one troll (seriously, who uses “LOL!” as an insult? My daughter’s seventh-grade friends think that’s immature) and I’d rather not spend all my weekend waiting for more. I’ve got better things to do, as I will probably be posting later tonight. Own your criticism, make it specific, and let’s talk – I don’t claim infallibility, and I like talking to people.
Feel free to look around the place. It’s mostly about the world as I see it, which means that the political posts don’t really dominate – if you’re looking for nonstop political commentary, you’ll probably be disappointed. I get into it now and then – I spent most of the first half of 2011 railing against the idiocy and crimes perpetrated by the newly installed regime in Wisconsin, for example, and a fair bit of my sense that the modern Republican Party has gone seriously off the rails came from watching it subvert an entire state government from within. But mostly I write about whatever interests me.
My family.
History.
Whatever.
So welcome to 4Q10D. I hope you enjoy your stay.
Because this and four quarters will get you ten dimes.
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- David
- I am a historian specializing in the political culture of the early American republic, so I actually DO know what this country was founded upon, as opposed to the social media warriors and halfwit politicians who routinely make this claim. I don't get enough sleep, non-lethal food or exercise, and this is entirely my fault. If you see me lost on the street, just point me to the nearest bookstore and call my wife to come pick me up. Thanks.
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All views expressed on this blog are mine, do you hear, mine MINE MINE! All mine! Mwahahahaha! Any resemblance to the views of my family members, friends and acquaintances is always greatly appreciated but probably more than I could hope for.
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I now have a dedicated email account, which I think will actually work. I know! Give it a try. Money back if not totally delighted.
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I now have a dedicated email account, which I think will actually work. I know! Give it a try. Money back if not totally delighted.
david4q10d [squiggly "at" thingie] charter [dot] net
6 comments:
Yup. I'm new to you via the route listed above and you're now on my Blogger reading list. That post really struck a chord. I did not share it again on my FB page, only because -- well, I guess I'm chicken. Sides have been taken already and I want to stay friends with some people, as politically misguided as they may be, so at this point I'm choosing not to stir the political pot any further.
I look forward to rummaging through some of your past posts. Hope it doesn't take too many tries to get through the capcha.
The blog in question also drew me in, although I just saw it for the first time today. I hope to see more of your blogs. Historical blogs are particularly interesting. I also enjoyed the Not a Christian Nation post. I have found these posts refreshing for their analysis of the argument and the way you articulate your thoughts. Thank you for the quality writing.
I'm one of those who enjoyed your "Why I'm not voting Republican post" entry enough to sign up. Also just enjoyed reading your memories of Hurricane Gloria, which I weathered a little further up the East Coast, also at college. Look forward to hearing more from you!
Yup. I am here because of “Why I Will Not Be Voting Republican For the Foreseeable Future.” You are a fabulous writer. As a fellow blogger, I read lots of blogs. That was my favorite ever. Can't wait to read more. Carry on.
Likewise, your "Why I Will Not Be Voting Republican For The Foreseeable Future" brought me here, but the rest of your writing kept me. I don't have a lot of time to comment, but I wanted to let you know that you have a new reader, and to thank you for the work you put in on that article.
Thank you to all of you - I try very hard to write well, and it's nice to know that you think I succeed. :)
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