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Wednesday, July 06, 2011
Hector Balderas Announces Diane Denish Endorsement for U.S. Senate
During a conference call with media and bloggers today, State Auditor Hector Balderas announced that , former New Mexico Lt. Governor and 2010 Democratic nominee for Governor, is endorsing his campaign for U.S. Senate. The Balderas campaign later released a statement about the endorsement, noting that Denish cited "his record of bringing accountability to government in order to invest in education and economic opportunity" as being a major reason for her support.
In an email to supporters Denish said, "The Senate needs more leaders like Hector Balderas. Leaders who reject the premise that 'fiscal responsibility' and 'accountability' are Republican words. Leaders who recognize that typical Washington, D.C. insider politics will not solve the problems that are hurting the hardworking families of New Mexico. I'm confident that leader is Hector Balderas."
"As both a statewide elected official and candidate, I know firsthand that to represent everybody in New Mexico you must understand our communities and their diversity. Hector Balderas understands New Mexico because he is the embodiment of what is possible here. The first person in his family to go to college and the first from his town to become an attorney, Hector is one of the New Mexico's great sons. I know he will be one of New Mexico's great leaders when he represents us in the United States Senate," Denish continued.
"I'm humbled that Diane Denish, a trailblazer for women and one of New Mexico's most dedicated public officials, has endorsed my candidacy for United States Senate. We're building a true grassroots campaign and Diane is a great addition to our team," Balderas said.
The Balderas campaign also noted that, "This major endorsement comes on the heels of the Balderas campaign announcing second quarter fundraising numbers that far exceeded expectations and a poll showing Balderas well positioned to beat any of the Republican candidates in the general election. Diane joins 34 state and local elected officials from across New Mexico who have endorsed Hector Balderas for Senate."
Full text of the Diane Denish email is below:
Dear Friends,
As New Mexico Democrats, we have a choice next year for who we want to represent us in the race for United States Senate. And while I have tremendous respect for both candidates, today I'm excited to share the news that my choice is Hector Balderas!
Why? Our country and state face tremendous challenges. Too many New Mexicans are looking for work. Too many of our communities are struggling. And too many people in Washington think the answer is to go back to the policies that got us into this mess in the first place.
So when Hector asked me for my help, I didn't hesitate because he has proven to be a different kind of leader. And the Senate needs more leaders like Hector Balderas. Leaders who reject the premise that "fiscal responsibility" and "accountability" are Republican words. Leaders who recognize that typical Washington, D.C. insider politics will not solve the problems that are hurting the hardworking families of New Mexico.
I'm confident Hector Balderas is that leader.
Watching Hector campaign for Senate has been inspiring. His message of bringing Wagon Mound values to our nation's capital is not mere rhetoric, but, rather, a deep seeded understanding that the values that make New Mexico great -- hard work, respect, lending a hand to a neighbor in need, and determination -- are values Washington desperately needs.
And I've seen Hector stay true to these principles while serving the people of New Mexico. During Hector's time as State Auditor -- our state's fiscal watchdog -- he has demonstrated an unparalleled commitment to ensuring that taxpayer dollars are treated with the respect and accountability they deserve, so that we can invest in education and creating economic opportunity for all New Mexicans.
As both a statewide elected official and candidate, I know firsthand that to represent everybody in New Mexico you must understand our communities and their diversity. Hector Balderas understands New Mexico because he is the embodiment of what is possible here. The first person in his family to go to college and the first from his town to become an attorney, Hector is one of the New Mexico's great sons. I know he will be one of New Mexico's great leaders when he represents us in the United States Senate.
No one can really fill the shoes of our Senator Jeff Bingaman. But with our help, yours and mine, Hector Balderas will be a Senator that honors Jeff's legacy while blazing a new path towards opportunity and prosperity for all of New Mexico's diverse communities.
Please join me in supporting Hector's candidacy for the United States Senate. You won't regret it and we will keep the Senate seat in 2012!
Diane D. Denish
P.S. Recent polls show Hector leading both Heather Wilson and John Sanchez, but trailing in the primary because he is not as well known as his opponent. Please sign up for Hector's campaign and help us spread the message! I believe Hector is our best bet for holding this Senate seat -- but only with your help!
July 6, 2011 at 03:35 PM in 2012 NM Senate Race, Diane Denish, Hector Balderas | Permalink
A very powerful and welcomed endorsement from New Mexico's favorite daughter, Lt. Governor Denish!
Posted by: Javier | Jul 6, 2011 4:17:00 PM
Shame on Diane Denish for putting her losing self in the middle of this primary. Who does she think she is? She lost the election because she had no message and refused to support things like the pit rule, full gay rights and worker rights. When she was called on the fact her "moderate" campaign was losing big time, she ignored the advice.
She is picking an anti-union, anti-environmental group side again with this silly endorsement and I hope people see it for what it is.
Fiscal responsibility? Like what? She is backing a candidate who has taken a stand on nothing except he is against waste and fraud in government. Who isn't?
Some politicians when they get to the end of their careers go away with dignity. Not Denish. This is nothing but revenge and kissing up to fake Democrats in the party. Booooooooo.
Posted by: Ward Chair | Jul 6, 2011 4:24:40 PM
Wow! Ward Chair - where's the civility? How do you back up your claim that Diane is picking the anti-environmental group side with this endorsement? Hector has been a strong supporter and defender of our environment (he was awarded the CVNM Sunshine award just a few months ago!)Look, politicians will almost always endorse a candidate that they perceive to be strong and qualified for the office that they're running for. I am sure Rep. Heinrich will roll out heavy hitting endorsements as well at some point. For those of us who have followed Diane's career, we think that this is a very powerful endorsement from someone who has truly been a trailblazer for women in politics not only in New Mexico, but in the entire Southwest. We may disagree with Diane on some issues, and we have every right to do so. But to diminish her and her accomplishments the way you have is quite disrespectful. Again, let's be civil. As I always say when I comment on this or other blogs, we have two very good candidates running for Senate. Let the best win!
Posted by: Javier | Jul 6, 2011 4:40:25 PM
So does Denish think Congressman Heinrich has no sense of fiscal responsibility or accountability? That's what this goofy endorsement suggests. We can only hope that Balderas follows in her footsteps so he can have the same kind of electoral success she has had.
Maybe Denish doesn't get how angry Democrats are with her for the lousy campaign she ran and for her running to the right of Martinez. This won't help Balderas it will hurt him. Denish showed where Democratic candidates shouldnt' go, not where future success lies. This stinks.
Posted by: Progressive Not Blue Dog | Jul 6, 2011 4:40:26 PM
Maybe Denish should endorse Marty Chavez for the CD1 seat too. He likes to work with Republicans and he isn't progressive like Eric Griego. Denish still clings to that disproved idea that pretending to be a Republican is the way to victory. It didn't work for her.
Posted by: Esq. | Jul 6, 2011 4:58:36 PM
Looks like the canditates are civil but Democratic voters are not.
Posted by: Preciliano Martin | Jul 6, 2011 5:11:46 PM
I have heard many rumors that the big shots in the party want to push it to the right because it is "too progressive" and there are too many gays and gay rights supporters involved. People also say they they want to get money from nuke power and coal companies. This early endorsement by the losing candidate for governor seems to go along with that. Democrats beware.
PS-Ask around.
Posted by: Democratic Wing | Jul 6, 2011 5:30:44 PM
The vitriol displayed here by Heinrich supporters reminds me of the way some of Hillary's supporters in the primary conducted themselves when their "Sure Thing" candidate was challenged legitimately. I would urge "Ward Chair" and "Progressive not blue dog" to remember that this race does not belong to anyone by virtue of being "anointed" beforehand. May the best man--the one who generates the most excitement and can get the best results for the party and runs the best campaign and can engage new activists and voter blocs--win!
Posted by: yesnomaybeyes | Jul 6, 2011 8:22:04 PM
You've got it wrong. Balderas and Denish were for Hillary. The Clintons are one of the strongest forces in the D party against progressive change and for many of the "moderate" policies that have put us where we are today. Balderas and Denish are lined up with the Blue Dogs who have helped the right wing bring so much damage to working people. If you don't believe it watch where they take this campaign.
Posted by: Progressive Not Blue Dog | Jul 6, 2011 11:58:13 PM
This is a huge mistake for Balderas and its laid out for all to see on Monahan:
"If you didn't know better, you might have thought Denish and Balderas were a pair of cautious accountants--not the opposition to one of the most conservative Republican parties in modern history. On a telephone news conference, she said:
"I think that Hector's experience, his approach to fiscal accountability, fiscal responsibility, is one of the great parts of his record and the kind of skill set that we need in Washington."
Well, as Di's critics might say, "There she goes again." It was that kind of vague semi-conservatism that cost Denish and Brian Colon emotional support in their own party in last year's Governor's race, and it could signify a weakness for Balderas as well. Hector's news release announcing the endorsement came with this head scratcher of an opening:
Citing his record of bringing accountability to government in order to invest in education and economic opportunity, former New Mexico Lt. Governor and 2010 Democratic nominee for Governor Diane Denish today endorsed Hector Balderas for United States Senate.
What? No Social Security, no Medicare, no Medicaid, no unemployment, no talk of massive income inequality? And nothing about higher taxes for the uber-rich? The "fiscal accountability" talk in Washington is scaring the bejesus out of Mr. and Mrs. America, has Republicans on the defensive and the nominating wing of the Democratic Party on the move. And Hector decides to go vegetarian when the crowds are crying for red meat?
Some of this might resonate in a general election, but Balderas remains the decided primary underdog against a sitting U.S. Congressman who has a 2 to 1 money lead and a 23 point polling lead. What are these consultants playing for here? Senior partner in an accounting firm or a seat in the United States Senate?
Balderas seems to be indicating that the national deficit is the most pressing issue facing the USA. Many, many Democrats who vote in primaries are not going to get warm and fuzzy feelings hearing that. And big Dem money givers might also be inhibited.
In making a smooth play with Denish, Hector revealed his biggest current weakness--an inchoate message that indicates his campaign believes (wrongly) that conservative sounding, diaphanous talk is going to win this primary. Or maybe their thinking is that ethnicity will trump everything. But ideas still matter. Having a world view matters. Didn't Denish and Colon learn that the hard way? And while ethnicity is important, perhaps it is not quite as important as Team Balderas is supposing in a high information race like US Senate."
Posted by: Alligator Time | Jul 7, 2011 1:18:01 AM
Democratic Wing is trying to scare folks away from Hector. I do not think it will work, Just ask.
Posted by: preciliano Martin | Jul 7, 2011 7:13:18 AM
I am a progressive and a Balderas supporter. The reason you have only heard about Balderas' stance on waste, fraud, and abuse is because his most immediate government focus as State Auditor; and why not tout what your strengths when running a campaign? We are all grateful to Hector for saving this poor state money. Money, that he points out, that could be better spent on our children and elderly. This steady stream of lies that attempts to paint Hector as a "anti-progressive" is deplorable. We are a year away from the election so there is plenty of time to get his position on other issues including those near and dear to progressives. I have to assume unless someone has expressed an opinion contrary to the party platform that every democrat who runs for office is in agreement with democratic values. To argue otherwise on this endorsement is just sour grapes. And to say he is anti-union is outrageous. Don't assume that the candidate who didn't receive the early and perhaps imprudent union nod is anti-union. Hector does have some formal and informal union support. (I would stay tuned on that point) Do your party a favor and keep this primary clean. The candidates know it's the right thing to do- and you'd be wise to follow their good example.
Posted by: Observer | Jul 7, 2011 7:19:03 AM
Balderas has Denish come out and make statements that strongly suggest that Heinrich is some kind of awful "DC insider" when he is nothing of the sort and has worked his butt off for his district. She and the Balderas campaign hint that Heinrich isn't into fiscal responsibility or accountability. Based on what?
Then Balderas supporters whine that critics of Balderas are being mean and unfair? Balderas could have strengthened the hand of the party by running for CD1 or waiting and challenging Martinez for governor. Instead he makes this divisive move and has the losing candidate for governor come out and shill for him to get Hobbs oil money and nuke money. I don't believe that is admirable.
Rep. Heinrich won in Bernalillo County in the last election. Denish did not. He ran what is probably the best Dem campaign in the state last year and it paid off in a year when so many Dems went down here and everywhere. Instead of getting support for this it seems like Denish is out to punish him. It makes no sense.
Posted by: Democratic Wing | Jul 7, 2011 8:27:31 AM
OK Democratic Wing. You are obviously angry. That's OK. Neither HB nor Denish have uttered a single attack on your candidate as you keep suggesting. I am not sure why you so desperately want to see this endorsement as an attack on anyone. We each have our opinions on how HB and MH should manage their political careers-I for one agree with you that MH was an outstanding congressman and think it's sad that he gave it up to run for this open seat just 4 months after winning his election. Whether HB or MH should run for Governor, Senator, or congressman is NOT our choice. The candidates made their choices and we must work to keep our primary clean. The US senate seat is an OPEN SEAT and no one is automatically entitled to it. Primaries can be civil or divisive. I guess you have made your preference known.
Posted by: Observer | Jul 7, 2011 9:11:53 AM
My two cents: I respect and like Balderas, Heinrich and Denish. They are all good Democrats. Primary battles are always hard on a party as we have seen on the GOP side. I hope that the focus will change to the very important issues we face as time goes on and stop being about catfights like the ones on this thread.
Posted by: Just Another Progressive | Jul 7, 2011 9:17:10 AM
Some endorsements are helpful in broadening your fundraising capabilities but for the most part have no impact on voters..especially coming from someone as dull and monotone as DD. Martin is a fighter and one of the few democrats in the country to retain his seat during 2010 election and achieved this by sticking to democratic/progressive principles. I like Hector, but Martin deserves the nomination.
Posted by: D | Jul 7, 2011 10:03:51 AM
I agree with Observer and Just Another Progressive. Let's keep this primary clean. Let's keep our discourse positive. That goes for all sides.
The fact is that Hector has beaten the money expectations and has now landed a heavyweight endorsement. Whether we agree with Denish's politics or not, the fact remains that she is a political heavyweight and has now made her preference known. Do endorsements matter that much? Depends on who you ask. But one thing is true. Hector far exceeded the fundraising goals that were set forth by the pundits (local and national bloggers said needed at least $200K to stay competitive) and as we saw, he doubled that amount. Aside from Hector's impressive fundraising, another fact remains: Martin's best bet for a short and relatively easy primary is now gone - he needed to financially out-muscle Hector, and he failed to do so. What we now have is a highly competitive Dem primary, and people across NM are taking notice.
Posted by: Javier | Jul 7, 2011 10:51:19 AM
Thanks to those who understand that we all have a right to choose our candidates in primaries. Some of the folks who commented on here seem to have forgotten that the real opponents are not me or Hector but Heather Wilson and/or John Sanchez. Remember Heather Wilson was part of the team who came in with a huge surplus? Then, that team managed to not only squander the surplus but create an unmatched national deficit! It does neither Heinrich nor Balderas any good to have their supporters tear down other Democrats, or shoot the messenger because you have made a different choice. Please note, in my endorsement for Hector, I stated my respect for both candidates and stated my case for Hector. I think it is also important for those of you spouting vitriol to avoid selective reading...fiscal responsibility has many meanings, including both cost cutting and finding new revenues.Hector has a record, as does Martin, of standing for many Democratic values and principles.These are questions both candidates will be asked to answer in the primary. As a strong pro-choice, pro-GLBT, pro-teacher,pro-child,pro-working families, pro-small business, pro-environment Democrat, I am very proud of my endorsement for Hector. I would urge all active Democrats to choose the primary candidate they believe can win in November, as I have, work hard, and then commit to working together for the successful candidate in November. That's my plan and I hope it is yours too...whomever you choose.
Posted by: diane | Jul 7, 2011 10:51:43 AM
Thanks for contributing to the conversation, Diane. You make many strong points. Always helps to hear directly from the source, so to speak.
I would like to follow your lead and urge all Dems to remember we are all Dems and it's imperative that we conduct our debates with respect and civility if at all possible!
Posted by: barb | Jul 7, 2011 12:25:17 PM
A lot of comments! Usually a post here excites a handful, and not such engagement.
Heinrich would seem perfect as a prospective US Senator. His background in science and especially in alternative energy are just not your usual political pedigree. Having served in Congress as well as on a city council is an extremely appropriate background.
At this point in time, such a person is poised to do some very important work as a Senator.
The Republican attitude towards science in general is a disaster for this country. Translated into anti education attitudes and policies, it is leadership that can actually cause a lot of damage. The last thing a state struggling with educational challenges needs is to prove that a science background is a negative.
It may be that oil interests will continue to push back against science and energy alternatives, and we certainly have seen this feeding a generalized short term panic, in the Tea Party and throughout society. Mostly it is not reasoned, but about the way special interests have habitually responded and the way a lot of people have not intellectually risen to the true nature of what faces us in the future.
The political system as a whole, from coast to coast, is really a system that is moving slower than it should. This developed during historic periods of the past in which this pace was better matched with surrounding conditions in society in general.
You see the stress around us in the frustration we all have with systems such as the media. The volume and complexity and the global scope of knowledge needed can't possibly be reflected in media coverage.
In the face of mounting anxiety over what is going on, the Republican strategy is to promise that this is not really happening and that we can move back to the fifties. Unfortunately a lot of people want to believe there is comfort to be had and might rather be lied to.
Thus, it is imperative that Democrats have a keen sense of what is really true and a Founding Father ability to articulate honestly. This has to come from a real education and background, and especially if it is rooted in science.
Having worked in politics in the Texas environment, I am sure that there is a storm coming from there. It is in the form of really big money and behind the scenes ultra conservatism. It could lead to some dark times ahead if it is allowed to blow in without everyone being prepared for it.
I think the basic preparation is just knowing that the paradigm has shifted and that progress will come with stiff headwinds from reactionary influences at every level and in all kinds of forms.
Heinrich is absolutely what is needed at this time in our history. There is a lot that he gets that anyone else would find impossible to come up to speed on.
This is Washington we are talking about - and the entire international leadership circumstance at a time in history when understanding science is very critical.
Posted by: Stuart Heady | Jul 8, 2011 5:58:12 AM
I agree with everything stated, Stuart. Martin brings very strong qualifications to this race.
But again, so does Hector. We need critical thinkers who are willing to make the tough choices for the good of our state and our country.
Here's a statement released by Hector Balderas a few minutes after the latest jobs report.
Posted by: Javier | Jul 8, 2011 11:17:28 AM
People have a tendency to think that auditors and CPAs ought to get elected when the economy goes south. It usually turns out to be a fallacy.
The problem in Washington is not a lack of accountancy, but a lack of vision and a sense of the future as something to fear. That really took hold of Washington during the Bush years.
One of the biggest problems facing the US is that much of the Washington leadership does not get it. At the state level, that is a problem across the country, no matter which region.
A lot of people have administration confused with leadership. The US Senate should be about leadership on national priorities for the 21st century ahead. We can predict that gas prices are likely to continue to rise with some relationship to increased consumption in India, and that global warming will demand real comprehension of science issues. There is a lot that cannot be predicted that will require the keenest possible appreciation for what the scientists, engineers and other innovators are saying.
There are a whole lot of people who are fundamentally convinced that the future is pretty much like the past. Most of those vote Republican. Democrats have a better sense that the future is not like the past, but is a paradigm already unfolding that we must be ready to respond to in ways that get beyond the usual assumptions.
That is not a business as usual circumstance.
Posted by: Stuart Heady | Jul 8, 2011 3:00:29 PM
I definitely agree that it is imperative that we elect candidates who value education, and that this sentiment is not exactly shared by both parties. I do take offense, however, to the claim that "There is a lot that he [Heinrich] gets that anyone else would find impossible to come up to speed on." I may have misunderstood, but it seems that you are making the claim that the only way to demonstrate a commitment to education or to understand complex issues is by obtaining a degree in the sciences. It seems a little condescending to imply that those of us who did not pursue science are incapable of comprehending and articulating a position when things get complicated.
I don't present this as an attack on Heinrich's credentials. I agree that his background in science and alternative energy is a positive. I also agree that Hector Balderas' education (he does have a "real education" – a Juris Doctor is actually a higher degree than a Bachelor of Science, just sayin…) is an asset.
Posted by: Mariposa | Jul 8, 2011 3:29:31 PM
Good comments both by Stuart and Mariposa. I particularly agree with Stuart on one point "A lot of people have administration confused with leadership. The US Senate should be about leadership on national priorities for the 21st century ahead." I ABSOLUTELY AGREE.
That is why I am supporting Hector. He has inspired me to think outside the box, to see beyond hyper-partisanship, in order to LEAD our country from this terrible hole that we're in. Don't confuse Hector's background as an auditor who has fought hard for fiscal accountability and against fraud with a monotone, boring, short-sighted government accountant. He wouldn't have raised over $400k in 60 days. He wouldn't have been able to organize the army of supporters that has been organizing tirelessly state wide (more than one year from the actual primary election).
It is Hector's vision, leadership and promise that a better future is possible for ALL New Mexicans that has inspired me and many others to think big. His personal experience as the child of a single parent from one of the most impoverished villages in New Mexico have shaped Hector's vision for equality and justice. His educational background provides him not only with an appreciation for education but, perhaps most importantly, with first-hand knowledge of what is wrong with New Mexico's education system. Let us not forget, according to the statistics, Hector should have probably been a high school dropout – remember that New Mexico's dropout rate hovers at around 40% (depends on how you measure it) and it is even higher for Latinos, Native Americans and African American students). It is true – Hector has a professional degree. But it is not his JD that inspires me and the thousands of others whose lives Hector has touched – it is his deep understanding and appreciation of the plight of the everyday man, woman and child. Regardless of race, sexual orientation, national origin or party affiliation. It is his understanding of what it's like growing up as a member of the working class, oppressed by the economic injustices of our country. When I hear Hector talk about his background, I see myself. When my parents (both immigrants to this country) hear him speak, they see their story reflected in his words.
You are correct, Stuart. We need leaders in Washington DC who can articulate a vision for our country, and who can mobilize entire communities to achieve that vision. That is why I am supporting Hector Balderas.
Posted by: Javier | Jul 8, 2011 4:25:15 PM
I have no idea if Balderas has any understanding of science, climate change, alternative energy, education policies, the federal budget or the factors that are working together to create an emergency situation in terms of our economic and environmental systems. He has never spoken or written about such things as far as I know. I have only the word of whoever "Javier" is-probably a political campaign guy of some kind from the style of his rhetoric. So that's meaningless.
Balderas has an inspiring bio/story but so do many people. That doesn't mean they will make effective Senators. Many people who have been the most effective political leaders on issues of poverty and the working class have NOT emerged from poverty or the working class. Think Ted Kennedy and Franklin Roosevelt for instance. The Senate is all about seriously wonky policy issues, strategic planning and action and the ability to interact smartly with the media. Because someone rose from poverty to get a law degree doesn't mean they have the required skills or knowledge.
That's what so odd about the qualities being praised by Diane Denish and some of these commenters. They don't jibe with what's needed in the Senate. What kind of fiscal policy knowledge did Balderas get in the auditor's office? He has hired auditors to do the numbers and the position is not responsible for crafting economic policies. It's about checking agency books.
How does Balderas see the future and its challenges? We have no idea so why would anyone commit to him before he's spelled anything out? Because he's a nice guy with an inspiring life story? That is hardly enough to meet the challenges he would face as an inexperienced legislator jumping from a minor state office to the club of 100 Senators.
Rep. Heinrich on the other hand has beaten two tough foes in campaign and has performed incredibly well in the House, in front of the cameras and in debates. He has taken clear stands on many of the important issues at hand. He is impressive for his work ethic, calm problem solving and careful consideration of policy issues. He is not liked and admired merely for his bio.
Please answer this question-what is "hyper-partisanship" and do you really believe that's the problem we've seen in Democrats? Laughable!
Posted by: Esq. | Jul 8, 2011 4:48:20 PM
Dear "Esq.":
"Javier" is my real name. I dont use a pseudonym. I am not a "campaign guy."
I am a private citizen who enjoys policy and political debate. I supported Martin in his 2 congressional races and I think he's a great guy. If Hector wasn't running for this senate seat, I'd probably be supporting Martin.
It is obvious from this and previous comments you've posted that you're an angry individual who is incapable of fruitful, positive debate. I won't even legitimize the rest of your attack on Hector with a response. It's too bad that our great Congressman Heinrich has to deal with such angry followers. It reflects poorly on his campaign.
Posted by: Javier | Jul 8, 2011 5:01:57 PM
What's angry about questioning the logic of claiming that an inspiring bio means a person will be an effective Senator and pointing out that Balderas has not taken any stands? These are facts and rational arguments, not rants. Perhaps you have no reasonable answers to my questions, like the definition of "hyperpartisanship."
Posted by: Esq. | Jul 8, 2011 5:29:27 PM
Your questions are valid.
It's your personal attacks that are concerning, and disturbing.
Posted by: Javier | Jul 8, 2011 5:46:23 PM


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Coming off a run of three high-profile failures, SEGA took the unusual step of getting two competing R&D teams to come up with a console capable of putting the company back on top. One team was based in Japan, the other in the US. Both had different ideas as to which combination of chips and parts would fit the bill, and the American team signed a deal with 3dfx to use a custom version of the company's Voodoo 2 graphics chip. Unfortunately, during the development period, 3dfx was looking to sell shares and as part of the documentation it revealed lots of juicy details regarding the top-secret SEGA console. The US plan was ditched and SEGA opted to go with the Japanese design, prompting the newly floated 3dfx stock to drop by 43 per cent. 3dfx filed a lawsuit, claiming breach of contract. The case was quickly settled out of court, but it was the sort of speedbump that SEGA could ill afford.
After a tepid Japanese debut launched the console with a resounding thud in November 1998, we poor saps in America and Europe would have to wait almost a year to get our hands on it. Finally going global in the autumn of 1999, the Dreamcast swiftly made up for its poor Japanese performance, breaking US sales records by clocking up 300,000 pre-orders and shifting over 500,000 units in the first two weeks.
It was a deserved success, carried on the shoulders of solid technical specifications and innovative new features. The Dreamcast wasn't the first console to offer online functions - even the SNES had tentatively dipped a toe in those waters - but it was the first to come with a modem built in and its own ISP for online gaming, thus enabling online play for all, rather than those who purchased a chunky peripheral. It was also the first to offer a memory card that doubled as a gaming device in its own right, with the Visual Memory Unit able to download mini-games, swap data with friends and act as a rudimentary battery-guzzling personal organiser.
It's true that Electronic Arts opted not to support the system, denying the Dreamcast the guaranteed sales that brands like Madden provided, but contrary to what the conspiracy theorists will tell you the Dreamcast software line-up managed just fine thanks to the SEGA Sports label. SEGA's own NFL 2K1, marketed as the first football game with online play, even outsold the official Madden game during its first weeks on the market. Away from the sports field, the games were just as popular. Exclusive titles like Sonic Adventure and Power Stone showcased SEGA's bright and bold aesthetic, while nigh-perfect arcade ports like Soul Calibur and Crazy Taxi put the aging PlayStation to shame.
But there was already a fly in the ointment, and the fly was called Sony. In March 1999, realising that SEGA was about to leapfrog a hardware generation and get its next-gen machine on the shelves first, Sony had publicly unveiled PlayStation 2 - then still a year away from release. The prospect of the successor to the world-conquering PlayStation was enough to cut the already wobbly legs off the Dreamcast in Japan, with most gamers opting to wait for the sure-to-be-awesome PS2, with its mysterious "emotion engine" and games that would literally emerge from the screen and fellate you senseless.


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Well, I can pretty much forgive anything so long as the story is good. If it is not written well, then I get more critical. In any case, here are my top disqualifiers:
1. 100+ episodes -- Usually these shows are too soap-opera-ish for me. I prefer a good story that's wrapped up so I can move on to the next show.
2. Loli
3. Incest
4. Excessive fanservice
5. Moronic, whiny heros
I actually watched the whole series of Hitman Reborn and enjoyed it.
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what she said i watched like 15 episodes of Hitman Reborn was fucking disgusting
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A spineless protagonist, male/female (ie: Amnesia) I actually don't mind having weak protagonists, but there is just so much spinelessness a person can take. I'm not too lenient on the art, not too picky either. But if it looks something like picasso forget about it (ei: Tsumiki no Ie)
get em teddy ◟ʕ╬ᴥ╬ ◟ʔ
1.Poorly developed characters that feel like there is no back story to them, or characters that annoy me.
2. Sloppy animation style, I cant handle the ones that look more like American cartoons than anime.
3. Boring plot that either progresses too slowly, doesn't make sense, or doesn't seem to exist at all.
If i don't like the main character's hair...it's weird i have no idea why...
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Shrapnel893 wrote:
Shinji Matou?
I was joking
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The anime I dropped in the fastest time ever is Hagure Yuusha no Aesthetica. Due to a supposedly fanservice-y sleepwalking near rape scene played for laughs during the first five minutes of episode 2.
As you can clearly deduce, I hate anime with sleepwalking people in them.
Watchin' anime LIKE A BOSS
Just irritating characters, and even so i still try to push through the series.
Did he just walk up...slowly...and ban me? @GoldTStar117
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Gimmicks that don't work, like that bird from Tamako Market.
Inconsistencies or plot changes that are unwarranted *cough* Valvrave *cough*.
Unwarranted drama. Sorry to sound like a broken record on this part. I won't elaborate.
Aesthetics that are basically bad... Majestic Prince suffers from this, starting with the character designs, going all the way to any background that isn't in space. Everything about Majestic Prince looks very ascetic and pale. Perhaps that's intentional, but still. Date A Live also has non-standard aesthetics in what is, at the core, a very standard and cliched action harem. Things like unexpectedly realistic lighting coupled with conspicuous 3D make the whole show weird to look at. I do love the character designs in it, though.
Two of the three mech shows this season are not that great, and the only one that is great isn't even about the robot ;_; such a shame
Haven't noticed anything like that in Valvrave. Unless you point it out, probably never will. I'm not asking you to just letting you know how little details such as those often tend to bypass me until someone mentions it and I go "Now that you mentioned it..."
As for the unwanted drama, I totally agree. That's a major turn off point for me in a series (well that and yaoi). I can stand them in comedy shows to a slight degree or it's an action series and needs to get series but when it starts to take over the series, like it did with Sakurasou, it turns me off from them. It's like at one moment it's a comedy and then the next it's a drama. Makes it hard to enjoy it.
Also, don't think there are a lot of mecha shows that are actually about the mecha. They tend to be about the pilot(s) who are driving the mecha.
I'm the best in the world at being me;why would I give up such a great position?
animation style if it looks like flower of evil im out
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An anime that tries too hard to be badass and cool like
Sword Fart and G̶u̶i̶l̶t̶y̶ ̶C̶r̶o̶w̶n̶ Code Geass.
If there's obvious ecchi all over the advertisement for the show, I'm likely to skip it.
Immediate thought: This show is Total Shit.
Repetitive storyline (lookin at u Endless Eight)
Beta protagonist (Mirai Nikki is the only exception)
Unattractive art
I try to stay away from magical girl anime, they're just not my cup of tea
If it's hentai than anything with extreme stuff (like /d/ level stuff, vanilla is enough k thank)
And even if it is, I want us to understand each other.
When fan service is used way to much..
and storylines/plots i consider to be boring
e.g. Bodacious Space Pirates (nearly put me to sleep)
I would have agreed with you, until I saw Aiura. Dont know how everyone feels about this show in particular but god damn it's so funny.
Crabs + Steve Jobs = Best OP this year (next to Titan and Crime Edge).
Fanservice pisses me off more than anything. I will automatically put a show in higher regards if it doesnt have any fanservice. It's just a cheap way to get people to keep watching your show without yo putting in much effort. Fanservice for the sake of plot is one thing, but mindless fanservice irks me to no end.
Also, shows that are painfully generic. So most RomCom's. Boring MC who has no idea 80 girls are in love with him, the fact that 80 girls are in love with him, the inclusion of useless fanservice because they ran out of ideas, the beach episode (they all have it, even gargantia), tsundere girl who likes him, childhood friend who likes him (sometimes the same person), overprotective cute younger sister (brocon?). These arent bad on their own, but so many RomComs have ALL OF THE ABOVE. A couple are fine, but ALL of them? Seriously? Way to be different...
That applies to the mech genre too, which can be stale at times also.
Distracting animation styles, sport subjects, and anything more than 24 episodes or so with a few exceptions.
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Coming out of Echo Park, Los Angeles are a band formerly known as No until they changed it to Black English to avoid confusion with another band (who were named No, obviously). They released their debut album entitled, ahem, 'No' last year and this is the latest single to be taken from it.
The video is directed by Zak Stoltz who has worked with Tegan & Sara and passion Pit amongst others, and uses the ultra post-modern idea of making the video about people watching a viral video for a song called 'Another Life' by No (of course) which also happens to be so unbearably sad it makes all who watch it break down in tears. This leads to a crisis of masculinity and an epidemic of a "building disorder" where men lay their hand on whatever materials they can to build a den. Yes, really. Watch it, it'll make more sense than my explanation. I loved it, and look forward to more from both Stoltz and Black English in the future.


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Doesnt Have To Be That Way Misc. Christmas
[C]Snowy [Em/B]nights and c[Am]hristmas l[C/G]ights,[F] ic[Em]y window [C]pane,
[C]make me [Em/B]wish that [Am]we could[C/G] be [D7]together a[G]gain.
And the [C]windy [Em/B]winter [Am]aven[C/G]-ues,[F] just [Em]don't seem the [C]same,
and the [C]Christmas [Em/B]carols [Am]sound like [C/G]blues,
but the [F]choir is [G7]not to [C]blame.
But it [C]do[Em/B]esn't [Am]have[C/G] to [F]be that [Em]way,
[F]what we [Em]had should [F]never have [C]ended.
[C]I'll[Em/B] be d[Am]ropp[C/G]ing [F]by to[Em]day;
[F]we could [Em]easily [F]get it to[C]gether t[D7]onight..[G].. it's only [C]right. [G] [F] [C] [G]
Crowded stores that corner Santa Claus, tinseled afternoons,
and the side walk bands play their songs, slightly out of tune.
On the windy winter avenues, there walks a lonely man
and if I told you who he is
well I think you'd understand.
(*) I've listened to this piece over and over again, but I can't figure
out what he's singin here. But then again I'm foreign :)
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Central Michigan at Toledo
Time: 6 p.m.
Records: CMU is 7-6, 0-1 MAC; UT is 12-2, 0-1
Radio: 1370
Series: UT leads 57-32
Notes: UT has won four in a row against CMU, a streak that began on the heals of a six-game skid to the Chippewas. ... UT, the preseason pick to win the MAC West, dropped its league opener Wednesday, falling behind by as many as 22 points in a 87-76 loss at Western Michigan. ... CMU trailed for the final 15 minutes of its 77-70 home loss to Miami. ... UT and CMU boast the first and second-ranked scoring offenses in the MAC. UT remains last in scoring defense, allowing 75.6 points per game. ... CMU ranks first in the MAC in free throw shooting (76 percent), one spot ahead of UT (73). ... Sophomore guard Chris Fowler leads CMU with 16.9 points and 5.3 assists. ... DeAndray Buckley, the brother of former Rocket captain Dominique Buckley, averages 2.6 points in 9.2 minutes. ... CMU starts four sophomores and a junior. ... Getting a win is important for Toledo, which next week takes on East division contenders Buffalo and Akron.
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Phil Hughes became the youngest player in Test history to hit two centuries in a match as Australia pressed home their advantage on the third day of the second Test against South Africa at Kingsmead Sunday.
Australia were 292 for three in their second innings at the close, an overall lead of 506. Hughes was unbeaten on 136.
Hughes, at 20 years and 98 days, was 169 days younger than George Headley was when he made 114 and 112 for the West Indies against England at Georgetown in 1929/30.
"It's very exciting," said Hughes. "I didn't actually know about that record until I walked into the sheds and a couple of the guys congratulated me."
The left-handed opening batsman was more circumspect than in the first innings when he reached his century with two successive sixes of left-arm spinner Paul Harris.
After hurrying to his half-century in 78 balls, he needed another 169 deliveries to advance to his hundred. He was particularly watchful against Harris, who bowled a defensive line into rough outside his off stump.
He spent 24 balls in the nineties before cutting a short ball from Morne Morkel to the third man boundary.
"As I said the other day, bringing it up with two sixes, I don't think I'll ever do it again," he said.
"Usually I'll bring it up with ones and twos and a few dots. Definitely today was the other way round."
Hughes said he needed to be patient.
"I thought Harris bowled beautifully," said Hughes. "Every day is different. I had to grind it out."
Hughes gave no indication of when Australia, already leading the three-match series 1-0, were likely to declare.
"There's still a lot of cricket to be played. We will come back tomorrow and take it from there."
It was another day of dominance for Australia, who needed only three balls to take South Africa's last two first innings wickets before piling on the runs.
Peter Siddle had Dale Steyn caught behind off the second ball of the morning and trapped Makhaya Ntini leg before wicket with his next delivery. It left JP Duminy stranded on 73 not out.
South African captain Graeme Smith, who suffered a broken bone in his right hand Saturday and had to retire hurt, did not resume his innings.
Wicketkeeper Mark Boucher led the South Africans onto the field for the second innings.
Hughes and Simon Katich (30) put on 55 for first wicket before Australian captain Ricky Ponting joined Hughes in a 164-run stand for the second wicket.
Ponting looked in superb form as he made 81 off 106 balls and it was a surprise when he pulled a short ball from Morkel straight to Neil McKenzie at deep midwicket.
Aussie Hughes makes history with second century
Phil Hughes became the youngest player in Test history to hit two centuries in a match as Australia pressed home their advantage on the third day of the second Test against South Africa at Kingsmead Sunday.


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If you want to get a bunch of detectorists excited, just mention that a new metal detector is about to be released!
Such was the case in recent months, with speculation raging high, that Tesoro had a new target identification metal detector under development.
This news brought many Tesoro fans out of the woodwork . . . each one speculating and putting their two cents in about what they thought the new detector would be like.
At long last, the waiting game is over. The new Corts has arrived and for the most part, it is getting a two-thumbs-up rating from most users.
The Corts is a blend of analog, digital and microcontroller technology. This combination produces a detector that keeps Tesoros best analog characteristics, such as their excellent discrimination and sensitivity, but also enables the Corts to have visual target identification and other screen-viewable information and processing enhancements, such as the new SUM mode and the calculation of target depth based on both the targets phase response and signal strength
I was initially concerned that the small (2x16) LCD visual display would be difficult to read. However, in actual field use, I did not find its small size to be a problem. Others, depending on their vision, may.
The visibility of the LCD screen in most lighting situations is satisfactory and I found the contrast actually improves in stronger, brighter light. However, when held at certain angles in extremely bright sunlight, the sunlight can reflect off of the glass making it impossible to read this is typical though for any glass-faced display in bright sunlight.
The display shows a combination of alpha, numeric and bar graph information. A two-digit target identification number in the range of 0 - 95 (0 being iron and 95 being most copper and silver coins) is used to identify targets numerically. A block-shaped bar-graph segment indicates the probable target by illuminating and building in height directly above a printed target label. This ID block, in combination with the ID number gives an accurate indication of commonly-encountered targets.
Iron targets produce random, widely scattered segments that tend to smear a pattern all across the display, and the ID number is random and inconsistent, while other (nonferrous) targets stay in one location and show a strong, vertical bar and a consistent ID number.
Coin-depth readings are displayed at the bottom-left side of the display. Depth readings are calculated using both the targets phase response and signal strength . . . this makes coin-depth readings much more accurate.
Although the Corts is a microcontroller-based metal detector, no user programming or menu selection is required. Front panel controls and switches control the detectors entire operation. Thus, its operation is very easy to understand and accomplish.
The front panel consists of four control knobs and three toggle switches, plus a 2 (row) by 16 (column) Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). The LCD display is the visual information and control center for the Corts and it displays a variety of target and detector information. The LCD display features a front panel switch to control its backlighting (illumination).
The LIGHT switch has three positions: LOW; OFF; HIGH. I used the LIGHT function during late-evening searching and found it to be a very useful feature. The only down side to its use is an increased battery drain, especially at the HIGH setting. It should be used only when needed.
The Corts has the following controls and switches:
GROUND BALANCE, THRESHOLD, SENSITIVITY, DISCRIMINATE LEVEL, LIGHT, NOTCH Detect- orists who have difficulty understanding and adjusting variable or programmable notch, will have no difficulty at all using the notch function on the Corts. Simply set the Notch switch to either Narrow, Wide or Off . . . thats all there is to it!
MODE The mode toggle switch is used to set the operating mode. Three selections are possible: ALL METAL, DISC, SUM. The Sum Mode is a momentary mode. By activating the Sum Mode and then sweeping the target multiple (4-7) times, the internal microprocessor records each pass and averages those readings, displaying the most accurate data for that particular target. The Sum Mode can be very useful when trying to identify questionable targets that dont always produce the same response with each searchcoil sweep.
The Corts all-metal pinpoint mode is a 350 to 950 Hz VCO auto-tuned audio mode. I prefer Tesoros modulated audio over their VCO audio. A VCO turn-off option would be nice, especially for those users who own other Tesoros and have become accustomed to the single-tone modulated audio sound.
There are two camps on VCO audio . . . those that like it, and those that dont. I belong to the later. PLEASE, Tesoro, give us a choice by the simple flick of a switch of either VCO or standard modulated audio.
During the course of my Corts field test I became aware of a couple of problems.
My first and biggest concern is that the all-metal audio signal is not strong enough on deep targets and the tuning speed is too fast. The gain/volume of the all-metal signal channel needs to be increased, to more closely match the discriminate audio signal strength, which is extremely good.
Targets respond loud and solid in the discriminate mode, even deep ones, but once the all-metal mode is entered to pinpoint the target, the volume declines considerably and the tuning speed is fast enough to start tuning-out the target if not pinpointed very quickly.
You must also be careful as to how you set your threshold level. If set too low, you might not hear extremely deep or weak signals when pinpointing in the all metal mode.
My second concern is that the armcup needs additional depth and/or an adjustable arm strap. I think this may be a particular problem when searching in cooler weather while wearing heavy clothing. There just is not enough depth and forearm side-support to suit me.
New to the Corts is a rear-mounted, drop-in battery system which uses eight AA cells. This was a wise choice, as AA cells provide increased operating time and the slight additional weight contributes to better counterbalance of the detector.
The battery compartment lids latch firmly and the plastic living hinge design should provide years of useful life. This design uses a captive lid, so there is no chance of losing it should it accidentally open while detecting.
Battery status is constantly monitored on the LCD display. Battery life is a conservative 10 to 20 hours, depending on what setting and how long the meter backlighting is used.
Field Use
I have intentionally kept my field-use section of this report brief to allow more space for discussing the features and performance of the Corts.
Being curious, I conducted a random sampling of various pulltabs and gold rings (air test) to see what ID numbers they would produce.
Ten pulltabs were sampled. The average reading was 40 and the overall range was from 30 to 46.
The ten gold rings, all small to medium size and 10K to 14K, produced an average ID reading of 16, with an overall range from 4 to 35.
During my field test, I found two rings. One, is an extremely small, thin, sterling silver ring that produced a surprisingly strong audio response. It was recovered from about six-inches depth.
I recovered many coins and relics including a badly worn 1907 Indian Head cent and an old, solid brass harness buckle at about ten-inches depth.
The bottom line is . . . I have found the Corts to be extremely easy to operate and use; To be very good at identifying targets; To have excellent depth and discrimination and to produce a strong, target audio-response when used in the discrimination mode.
As a previous owner of both a Toltec 100 and Toltec II, I feel very qualified to assess the new Corts.
I like the Toltec 100 and did well with it, but I have mixed emotions about the Toltec II. While its performance is good, I dislike its tiny, low-resolution ID meter.
I found the Corts to be a substantial improvement over both Toltecs. With about five-weeks of use now under my belt, I would not want to go back to either the Toltec 100 or the Toltec II.
The compact size and three-pound weight of the Corts will quickly spoil you! At a retail price of $849 it is more expensive than either the Toltec 100 or Toltec II, but you are getting more features and performance, plus its compact, lightweight design is surely worth a few more bucks to most users!
The Corts target identification performs very well and setting up the notch rejection couldnt be easier! Its detection depth is excellent and the discrimination mode audio is very strong, even on deep and small targets.
Disregarding its few minor problems, The Corts is a high-performance metal detector that provides ample target information, has a good combination of user-selectable features, is very easy to operate and just plain fun to use!
I might add that the ease of control of all functions is a big plus for the Corts. To have this amount of fingertip control available, coupled with a very informative graphic display, is unprecedented in a metal detector this small and lightweight.
Thats the beauty of the Corts . . . so much capability in such a compact, easy-to-use, powerhouse design! Its easy to see that the Corts is going to be extremely popular with detectorists and a very big seller for Tesoro!
For additional information contact: Tesoro Electronics, Inc. 715 White Spar Road, Prescott, AZ 86303 Phone: 1-800-528-3352 or visit their website at: www.tesoro. com
Note: The Corts used for this field test was a prototype modes. Additional software and hardware modifications have been incorporated into current production models. These units may perform differently than the test unit.


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Can you write a blog? Without knowing you, I can tell you the answer is probably yes.
Ever since their debut at the beginning of the millennium, blogs have been an integral part of what we consider as "the Internet". Starting as a simple way to record and share your thoughts and experiences, blogs have developed into something much bigger: a full-blown alternative to printed newspapers and magazines.
Unlike newspapers, though, absolutely anyone can write a blog. Yes, even you. It takes almost no effort to set up your own blog, and once you do, you're left with the really easy part: writing it. Think you can't? Continue reading. When you're done, consider again.
Why Should I Even Blog?
Well, if you have absolutely no interest in writing anything, maybe you shouldn't. If you're reading this, though, you probably do. Everyone has something to say, and almost anything you have to say can benefit someone.
What do you do for a living? Are there many blogs out there that deal with this field? Whether you're a mechanic, a car dealer, a florist, or even a programmer, there's room for a blog about your profession. What's more, your industry will benefit from this — sharing ideas with the community can contribute greatly to your field.
This is true for hobbies as well. Love wood working? Horseback riding? Puzzle solving? Politics? No matter what it is you do, there's a vast community out there that shares your interests, and just like you can learn from them, they can learn from you. Blogs and forums are part of what makes a community alive, and being an integral part of your community will benefit both you and the other members.
You don't have to sit on the sidelines. You can take an active role and show others what you know. All you have to do is kick these fears aside.
I'm Not A Good Enough Writer
That may be the case, but there's only one way to become a good writer: writing. If you think all the famous bloggers out there were incredible writers the moment they opened their first blog, you're wrong. Take your favorite blog and try going back to the very first posts. Are they as good, as polished as the newer ones?
It's true that you may not become super successful as long as your writing is not very good. You'd be surprised, however, at how little many people care about a mistake here and there as long as you keep providing interesting and useful information. If your chosen subject is a visual one, you may not be required to write a whole lot, in which case your audience may not even notice an error here and there.
You should, of course, work on getting better. Listen to comments, read other blogs, and keep writing — your skills will improve along the way.
No One Cares About What I Have To Say
The biggest fear (or excuse) any budding blogger has is that no one would read their blog. And you know what? In the beginning, no one will. Unlike writing for a big established blog or a newspaper, starting your own blog will not get you instant exposure. But that doesn't mean no one cares about what you have to say. It only means no one knows you're saying it yet.
The same rule applies here: as long as you keep providing interesting and useful information, no matter what you're writing about, someone is going to care about it. After all, the Web is full of blogs about anything from being a waiter to Dr. Who. Somebody's reading them.
If you're planning on writing a personal blog, let your friends know about it. If what you have to say is interesting only to your family and friends, you have your readers right there. If it's interesting to others as well, your friends will start sharing your posts and things will get rolling from there. If you're writing about a certain subject, start connecting with others in the same community and show them your blog as a way of sharing ideas.
The most important thing is to keep going. No new blog is successful overnight. If you quit after a week or a month, don't expect much. You have to keep at it. If you're providing good content, someone will read it.
What's So Special About Me?
What's so special about me? Why are you reading this post right now? You're not doing it because I'm special. You're doing it because this post is online. Were you to write something I was interested in, I would probably be reading your post right now.
So the short answer to this question is: nothing. And yet, you're the only you out there. You're the only one with this exact mix of knowledge, expertise, opinions and thoughts. Yes, the really big names are really big for a reason — they know so much about their field, it becomes a privilege to learn from them. But trust me, even Seth Godin is not the only person in the world who knows what he knows. He's just the only one sharing it in just that way.
Have something to write about? It's already special enough. So why not do it?
I Might Make Mistakes
Yes, you might. And everyone makes them. It doesn't kill you. I've made mistakes. I'm still here. Yes, it can be embarrassing, but as long as you don't make them in every single post (and if you do, you may want to switch to a topic you know more about — there's bound to be one), and as long as you learn from them and don't get angry and resent those who correct you, you'll be fine.
Besides, not every blog is about conveying information to others. If you don't feel like an expert in anything, just start writing about your personal experiences and thoughts. Who knows, you may actually gain that expertise along the way.
People Will Attack Me In The Comments
If people attack you, they must be reading your blog. And you know what? That's a good thing. If people are reading your blog, there's no way around angry and hurtful comments. They will come. And at first, they'll get to you. They'll make you doubt yourself. They'll make you sad. They'll make you want to quit writing. But you won't.
The first rule about Internet trolls: ignore them. It's also the second, third and fourth rule. Don't argue with them. Don't let them get to you. The more of these comments you get, the easier it will become. And don't forget, comments mean you have an audience. And for every troll that comments, there are probably 50 other readers who don't. Enjoy it!
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Are You Ready?
Ready to conquer your fears? It's time to set up your own blog. Whether you choose to self-host your blog Setting Up A Blog Part 1: The DIY Self-Hosting Method Setting Up A Blog Part 1: The DIY Self-Hosting Method There are an abundance of quality free "sign-up" blogging services scattered across the Web, with big names like Tumblr, WordPress.com, Blogger and Posterous getting increasingly popular as their numbers grow. It wasn't always this way,... Read More or go for an easier solution such as WordPress, Blogger or Tumblr Setting Up A Blog Part 2: Tumblr, Blogger, And Other Services Setting Up A Blog Part 2: Tumblr, Blogger, And Other Services The hardest thing you'll have to do if you opt to not host your own blog is decide on the service you want to use. A few years ago this was easy - LiveJournal and... Read More , you can be done in no time. If you've decided to set up a blog following this post, I would love to get a link to it once it's ready.
And don't forget: do what you're good at and keep doing it. Results will follow.
Have you been thinking about setting up your own blog? What's been stopping you? What fears did you have to conquer to start your own blog? Share your thoughts below.
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I have been thinking about starting a blog but I am so afraid. So afraid of what people will think about my thoughts and ideas, so afraid to really open up to the world on a personal basis, afraid to be known and maybe judged for what I think about or having an opinion. Also afraid about if anyone is REALLY listening. Like, who cares what I have to say? Am I that special? Deep down I know I have such a wealth of knowledge but fear is holding me back. I have just bought a domain name so I guess that's a good step but boy, am I second-guessing myself!
I started my blog sometime back about tech issues and then gave up due to some of the reasons listed in this articles. However, i was suprised the other day when i checked it out and found some of the articles were ranking high in google search. When i started the blog i want to share simple tech issues which i found problematic with most of my friends. One of the articles i wrote on setting a modem manually http://solista85.blogspot.com/2012/03/modemsettingkenya.html atttracted alot of traffic from all over the world. This has motivated me to even write more articles, they may be obvious but someone still needs them.
Thank you for writing this. I began a blog back in 2011. Stopped after a few posts, started again last year and stopped. Now, this year I seem to be blogging regularly. I had every one of those fears you spoke of. Now ,y readership is growing. I don't expect to be a famous blogger, but as long as I can help a few people and use the blog to share my passion for genealogy, then I'm ok with that.
My blog can be found at http://www.michiganfamilytrails.com.
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I've been blogging for just under 3 years. As it's name suggests it really is just a load of thoughtless gibberish. I have only got around 30 or s followers/readers but it's the interaction that keeps me going.
I have even helped others with their work by providing voice work for podcasts and the like.
It's a hobby that allows me to make friends with people I will probably never meet in real life.
If anyone cares to take a look (at how NOT to make a successful blog) click the link and see what sort of rubbish I make. http://bumferry.blogspot.co.uk/ It does contain the occasional naughty swear word, so might not be suitable for sensitive eyes.
Blogs have replaced Usenet as the vehicles for public bloviating.
Personally, I think both blogs and forums have greatly contributed to the quality of information on the web taking a big step backwards over the years. This is especially true for forums. For example, maybe you need to know how to jailbreak a game console - in the days of old, you'd find a web page that would tell you how to do it, and as new information became known, the page would be updated with all the latest info.
Now days, you might have a forum post that was created about 3 years ago, with 500 pages of replies, and unless the original poster was smart enough to put a 'last updated' in there, you have absolutely NO CLUE how up to date the info is and/or if the various questions/answers in the 500 pages of replies were ever incorporated into the original post.
Blogs have a similar problem, in that they are a snapshot of information at a certain point in time. That's fine for news posts, but not exactly ideal for 'howtos' and things like that. My advice is if you're creating a news-related blog, well... don't. Whatever you think you're going to write about, there's probably 4,000 other blogs already on the subject, with many of them being just as lame as what you're going to create. A company makes a press release and 4,000 blogs get updated; its ridiculous. But if you're going to create an informational website, forget blogs, except for the 'what's new' section. Make a REAL website with information that's nicely organized and easy to find.
You should try posting in Usenet, where thousands (possibly hundreds of thousands) of kooks all know better, and have done for more than 20 years.
I don't think there's such a big difference between blogs and websites nowadays. What's MakeUseOf? Is it a blog or a website? If you have am informational blog and you update it regularly, it's as good as any website if not better. If you're not going to update regularly, it doesn't matter if you have a blog or a website, it will be outdated.
I tend to agree with what you're saying about forums, though.
I started blogging in 2011 or so with my blog http://diaryofdennis.com/
It´s my personal blog with broader topics. When I started, I had the fear somebody could laugh at me . Especially because my own mission was to write in english while my native language is german. That means there was for sure the fear that people would dislike my bad english.
Today I am pretty happy about the decision that I started blogging. I guess it improved my english pretty much. I think I am still not perfect but it thaught me a lot as I constantly had to look for new vocabulary. It was like learning by doing and today I wonder where I got all that english words from. They are stored in my head now!
I just can agree with the article here. Don´t let any fear stop you from blogging. Writing is a lot of fun and the socializing part of it will be very rewarding. Not only that you make new friendships.... you actually meet a lot of interesting people from all around the world!
My opinion is... if you would like to blog but if fear stops you... put the fear aside. Blogging is a very interesting hobby and you can collect a lot of experience.
Sure you will meet good but also bad people. But do bad people stop you in real life? No? Then they also can´t stop you if they leave a bad comment on your blog. Friendly critism will help you to improve. That kind of critism is not bad. And about offensive people... you will meet them everywhere. Not only on the own blog.
Again. Like the article here states. If there is interest in blogging, then just start. The experience will be stronger than the fear you had before.
Thanks for the link to your blog. I'm on the road at the moment, so it's in my temporary storage area. I'll probably drop by every now and then. Everyone has some information that is useful. Another reason to write a blog.
Thanks for the comment, Dennis! It's inspiring. :)
Thank you both for your nice input on my comment. And thanks again for the great article. Best wishes.


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The older Amelia gets, the more I have to remind myself that she is capable of more than I sometimes give her credit for. This was never more apparent than a couple of weeks ago when she asked to help me make chicken goujons for dinner.
Chicken goujons is one of her favourites, so I thought "why the hell not?!" and actually the whole process was pretty pain-free. Even though she usually eats this dinner with little or no hassle anyway, she was more eager than usual to chow down! Despite me trying to correct her several times, Amelia has decided that this meal is called Crusty Chicken (as opposed to my preferred Crispy Chicken!)
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2 slices of wholemeal bread
1/2 tsp mixed herbs
1 tsp smoked paprika
3-4 chicken breasts sliced into thin strips
1 egg, beaten
By the time she asked to help, I had already whizzed up the bread, mixed herbs, and smoked paprika to breadcrumbs, so these were ready to go. It's literally as simple as tearing the bread up and chucking in a blender or food processor with the herbs and paprika! I had also already sliced the chicken breast into thin strips. I had a box of plastic gloves in the cleaning cupboard, and although they were obviously huge on Amelia's tiny little hands, I managed to get one to stay on her hand by securing it around her wrist with a hairband! Clever mama!
Amelia took the slices of chicken and dipped them into the beaten egg, and then dipped the chicken into the breadcrumbs. She then used a pair of kitchen tongs to transfer the strip directly onto the wire shelf from the oven. I find if I cook these on a tray they get stuck and you end up losing half of the coating. The wire shelf is pretty easy to wipe down afterwards, and doing it this way means that the whole strip ends up nice and crispy.
After the first couple of strips, Amelia decided that it would be much easier to put all the chicken in the egg at once, and then into the breadcrumbs. Smart kid, I say!
Once she had covered all of the chicken, I put the tray in the oven, pre-heated to 200C, and cooked them for 20-25 minutes. Once they were cooked, I took the tray out and put it on the top of the oven. Amelia took her tongs again, and I explained to her that the metal shelf was really hot and if she let any part of her touch it then it would really hurt. She was great with this, and took some serious care to make sure she didn't burn herself. Some of the strips were a little stuck to the shelf, so I went through and loosened them all up for her.
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