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Coal Power
originally published May 7, 2008
My compliments to Ashley for a job well done. [Comment, “Two Georgias and the Cost of Coal,” Apr. 23] This is an excellent overview of the issues surrounding Longleaf and its place in the broader firmament of Georgia and the nation. I’m a native of Early County and share some of Ashley’s relatives, who have led the charge against the plant. Let there be no doubt: If Georgia continues to welcome these plants while other states are turning them down, Georgia will become the dumping ground for coal-fired power plants. This policy is insensible, at a time when global warming is recognized as an acute crisis and, closer to home, Georgia’s air is already poisoned with the types of health-threatening pollutants these plants spew out.
My Doomed Affair
originally published May 7, 2008
To whomever is in charge of comics: Please ask Jacob Hunt to write “My Doomed Affair” every week. Any week I pick up a Flagpole that doesn’t feature “My Doomed Affair” ends up being a bad one. For my own well-being, and for that of anyone else who suffers from the same affliction, you should print “MDA” on a weekly basis.
You ’n Me ’n Obama
originally published May 7, 2008
Pete, I am a staunch conservative and enjoyed your article. [Pub Notes, “You ’n Me ’n Obama,” Apr. 23] I think you hit the Obama issue dead-on. Though I never read publications such as this, which I believe have an overwhelming left lean, I believe you touched on the most core point. Voters must seek candidates which subscribe to a commonplace lifestyle day in and day out. John Kerry windsurfing off the coast of his palatial Northeast estate does not show voters a middle-American, but a social elitist.
Continue to write articles that persuade voters to think, not who to vote for. Great article.
RE: 30 Free Shows
originally published May 7, 2008
The writer makes a few good points, specifically about how the Internet and digital age have changed the rules and regulations of the music industry. [Liner Notes, “Reflections on 30 Free Shows,” Apr. 30] Nevertheless, I think the point about cramming six bands onto a bill to increase one’s fanbase and draw at a venue is a moot point. Moreover, making that show a free show. Being in a band is hard work. It costs money, time, and energy. Why load in all your equipment to play for 10 to 15 minutes? The fans didn’t pay, there’s no incentive to watch you play (they can smoke cigs outside) and the show ends up like a practice for you. We need to stop stripping fans and consumers of accountability. If they download, we adjust to their downloading habits or if “fans” don’t want to pay money to see new acts, we make it a free show. If they aren’t willing to pay a certain price or any price, screw ’em. It’s simple economics. Some people feel the price of a product is too inelastic and will avoid it. Why cater to those people? I want to see more articles in the Flagpole about how artists can cater to their pre-existing fanbases and generate more fans through grassroots promotion.
Cool townies pack the shows, not good music.
Well, I for one would rather pay to see one good show than six shit bands a night for free every night of the month. Also, I would bet that almost everybody in town has a favorite local band. Maybe you don’t, or maybe you just don’t want to tell anybody who it is. What do you think the point of these free shows are anyway, dumbass? They are a way of said bands to gain exposure so that they can at least attempt to draw 25 or 30 people when they play a six-dollar show on a Wednesday night. Jesus.
Flag Poles
originally published May 7, 2008
Greetings to whom it may concern. My name is Jeffrey Parkes. I would like to inquire if you carry flag poles in stock, and if you do accept credit card as payment. If yes, kindly email me your inventory and pricing. I look forward to hearing from you.
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