I have been getting comments from readers who want to post their views on the blog. I think that it is time to state my position on comments. First I have to approve all comments added to the blog. I continue to encourage citizens to state what is on their minds on issues that they read here. (It is ok to disagree.) You can call it an open discussion. I will only post some ones comments and views if they sign their name (ownership) to what they have written and not just sign it ANONYMOUS. My email address is on my blog so please send your comments there also. It is the only way I can verify who sent it. Once I verify the author then I will be more then happy to post their comments (no matter what their view point.) If you do not want to stand behind what you have written then do not try and post your comments and hide behind the word ANONYMOUS.Once you click on the comment section you will see a drop down menu, please click on name/url and insert your name. At that time your name will be posted to your comment. I CAN NOT ADD IT AFTER I VERIFY THE AUTHOR. I hope this will clear up any confusion thanks.
As you read farther down you will find the Wikipedia definition of a political blog and why people write them. (The following is taken from Wikipedia.)
Monday, December 14, 2009
Political Blog Definition
A political blog is a common type of blog that comments on politics. In liberal democracies the right to criticize the government without interference is considered an important element of free speech. In other jurisdictions bloggers use the uncensored nature of the internet to bypass state controlled news media but as a result may find themselves persecuted. [1][2]
Political blogs are considered to have a stated political bias. Although professional journalists covering mainstream media news are often pursuing objectivity, political bloggers openly peddle their personal opinions. But according to a book published by Oxford University Press, research by Brigham Young University political scientist Professor Richard Davis found that most people who closely follow both political blogs and traditional news media tend to believe the content on blogs is more accurate.[3][4][5] The study also found that blog readers still get most of their news from regular news sources, but they suspect habitual bias. Data from this study is supported by the propaganda model. Stating political bias at the outset is therefore seen as being more honest.
Political blogs have many positive and negative ramifications. Whereas some political blogs offer new insight and accurate reporting, others openly commit libel and slander. Overall, political blogs encourage readers to evaluate their mediums. Above all, political blogs have unquestionably shaped the political arena including the voters and the political leaders.
Political blogs are considered to have a stated political bias. Although professional journalists covering mainstream media news are often pursuing objectivity, political bloggers openly peddle their personal opinions. But according to a book published by Oxford University Press, research by Brigham Young University political scientist Professor Richard Davis found that most people who closely follow both political blogs and traditional news media tend to believe the content on blogs is more accurate.[3][4][5] The study also found that blog readers still get most of their news from regular news sources, but they suspect habitual bias. Data from this study is supported by the propaganda model. Stating political bias at the outset is therefore seen as being more honest.
Political blogs have many positive and negative ramifications. Whereas some political blogs offer new insight and accurate reporting, others openly commit libel and slander. Overall, political blogs encourage readers to evaluate their mediums. Above all, political blogs have unquestionably shaped the political arena including the voters and the political leaders.
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