I like it - the naysayers can pound sand

Posted by Frank G | reply to this comment
August 19, 2008 4:14 am

Scott, I am trying to come up with something thoughtful to say about your comment dialogue box change so I can see the editors circle in action. That being said, the new comment boxes are nice. I don't have a reason to use any special formating but I am now wondering if that has been fixed as well. The other thing is that the Verification code (which was changed a while back) is much improved as well. So congratulations on your continuous improvement of the website.

Posted by Basic Civics | reply to this comment
August 19, 2008 5:47 am

The "Editor's Choice" concept is ingenious! :) Congrats on continuing innovation!

Posted by Curt N. | reply to this comment
August 19, 2008 5:55 am

The "Editor's Choice" blue background makes it MUCH easier to read. PUT ALL the comments into that type of background and enlarge the font.

Posted by Billy Bob Henry | reply to this comment
August 20, 2008 1:20 pm

I like it too. My eyssight ain't what it used to be so the font is difficult to read. But as I mentioned in another thread, you can adjust the font size on the fly in the comments on this webpage. You can your mouse by holding down the left CTRL key and rolling the wheel. Or, you can hold down the CTRL key and press the +(plus) or - (minus) keys on the the numeric keypad on your keyborard. I found this very helpful for reading online when smaller fonts are used.

Posted by JustWondering | reply to this comment
August 19, 2008 6:37 am

Just tell me, please, if -- when we put our email above the comment we wish to submit -- whether this will prohibit the constant switching of names that has been so obviously prevalent for the past several months. Would that it be so! Yes, it is only human nature that "over time" most things new will be embraced. People get used to the change and tired of complaining about it -- BUT having some larger print would be oh-so nice. It is a pain -- a small one to be sure, but nevertheless an inconvenience -- to go through the rigamarole one writer helpfully suggested with the ctl button and the mouse wheel. Have pity on the over-40 crowd. Will Frank G's comment make the "Editor's Choice" section? I expect that each and everyone of mine will. Pounding sand, yours truly, Edgar.

Posted by Edgar | reply to this comment
August 19, 2008 7:32 am

Great jb Voice! Hopefully this will encourage quality discussions.

Posted by Marcela Escobar-Eck | reply to this comment
August 19, 2008 9:10 am

Scott, it may be time to require some light form of registration...other how do I know that the above post is really from the controversial Escobar-Eck rather than some geek using her name. Sincerely, Pamela Anderson, (the most recognisable icon of the new millenium) .

Posted by Pamela Anderson | reply to this comment
August 25, 2008 6:12 am

Scott, it may be time to require some light form of registration...other how do I know that the above post is really from the controversial Escobar-Eck rather than some geek using her name. Sincerely, Pamela Anderson, (the most recognisable icon of the new millenium) .

Posted by Pamela Anderson | reply to this comment
August 25, 2008 6:12 am

Please make the posters name BOLD, increase the font size (I know you heard that one already) and last-lets register the handles so no one does any commando posting under user handles.

Posted by Billy Bob Henry | reply to this comment
August 19, 2008 10:35 am

Amen! Amen! Please do as BBH requests, Voice. They are but three teensy requests, but they will really improve the usability of your comments section.

Posted by Edgar | reply to this comment
August 20, 2008 9:48 pm

Other than requiring an email addr, it's great.

Posted by Larry | reply to this comment
August 19, 2008 10:53 am

• Users may post more than one comment, but should not pose as multiple users. Multiple posts from the same IP address but with a different user name on each will be reviewed to determine whether abuse has occurred.
• Posts with overly personal attacks or unsubstantiated allegations may be edited or deleted.
• Please be patient with the posts -- there may be a delay before they appear on the site -- and make sure to enter the code in the "image verification" box.