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Jerry Firman

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Founder of a very successful Weekly Newspaper in 1981, sold in 1994. 74 years old, avid reader/writer. Activist in many areas. I have successfully failed at various and sundry endeavors and am still looking for other avenues to attempt. My reason for joining this site should be obvious. I am currently winding down a long term committment to Newsvine.com and intend to spend more time on NewsTrust. Hello All!

About Jerry Help
Location: Rockport, Texas, United States
Occupation: Publisher, Always Remember Artworks
Publications: Other, NewsVine
Interests: Technology, Politics, Business, Travel, Journalism
Expertise: Technology, Politics, Business, Travel, Journalism
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Journalism: More than 20 years
Education: Some college
News: 90 minutes a day or more
Internet: 90 minutes a day or more
Languages: Japanese
Politics: Center
Age: 65 or over
Gender: Male
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Address: Rockport, TX, US
Last Visit: Feb 18, 2011 - 12:54 PM PST
Last Edit: Jan 16, 2011 - 10:00 AM PST

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Jerry posted and reviewed this story - Jan 29, 2011
Jerry's Rating
4.0

Although this story is promotional for Tennessee Valley Authority and may be partially advertising for a commercial operation, it is very timely and unique in bringing leading edge technology to the reader.

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Jerry posted and reviewed this story - Jan 28, 2011
Jerry reviewed this story - Jan 16, 2011
Jerry's Rating
4.0

Yes, Striffler is pointing out that we need to take a deeper or at least alternative look at the Tuscon shooter and the influences around him.

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Jerry reviewed this story - Jan 15, 2011
Jerry's Rating
3.8

Yes but the radio interview with Rep. Sanchez detracted from the printed article. This was Sanchez fault and not the interviewer.

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Jerry reviewed this story - Jan 15, 2011
Jerry's Rating
4.0

Mr. Brooks presented a description of civility that we all can embrace.

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NT Rating: 3.6 | See All NT Reviews »
Jerry reviewed this story - Jan 15, 2011
Jerry's Rating
4.0

Yes, it provided information not readily available.

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NT Rating: 3.7 | See All NT Reviews »
Jerry commented on this topic – Nov. 20, 2009

The Seattle Times story on senior citizens and the proposed health bill caught my eye and gave me some encouragement that level heads are beginning to realize that all senior citizens are not against the bill.

Jerry reviewed this story - Nov 20, 2009
Jerry's Rating
5.0

Very well written and with all sides of controversy covered.

I don't feel the media have researched the subject of seniors and the health care bill in sufficient depth. We are not really hearing from the millions of seniors who are pleased with their current services and who presume they will continue or improve through adoption of the currently proposed legislation.

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Jerry reviewed this story - Jan 12, 2009
Jerry's Rating
2.5

This article is a fine essay for anyone enthralled by george bush's mannerisms, vocabulary, speech patterns and visual attractiveness. It is not a report of any substantial new facts that will have any long time bearing on his legacy.

Sorry, I never wanted to have a beer with the guy.

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Jerry reviewed this story - Jan 12, 2009
Jerry's Rating
4.9

Beautifully written and concise. The author has stuck to known facts to present a viewpoint held by many in India. Facts are being reported while not injecting any obvious personal bias.

As one who feel george bush has been a disaster for the US I can appreciate that some may see many positive aspects of his administration and international good will.

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NT Rating: 3.8 | See All NT Reviews »
Jerry posted and reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
4.0

I leave the judging of this story up to the reviewers. I apologize if this is not the correct way to post one's own document.

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NT Rating: 3.6 | See All NT Reviews »
Jerry posted and reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
4.5

Comprehensive, concise and written with care.

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Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
4.5

Intense reply to a series of articles and comments by a host of Newsvine contributors.

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Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
2.8

Yes. The raising of questions from wide viewpoints is always proper. This article is almost all question and little substance on its own. The benefits of this type article are most evident in the comments rather than the body.

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NT Rating: 3.0 | See All NT Reviews »
Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
3.5

Yes. A very sleek and well written document as would be expected of a PR piece issued by the pinnacle of the Military Industrial Complex. The article contains very important information presented in a way that will escape the attention of the general public.

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NT Rating: 3.4 | See All NT Reviews »
Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
2.6

Yes. This article could have been more expansive about Dobson and his minions. Dobson has managed to head one of the most intrusive yet profitable organizations in the country all under the guise of a religious oriententation.

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Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
3.3

Yes. This article covers the subject from the left without stooping to tactics often seen in material from the right. It is also presented with sufficient supportive links to make it more complete than I may have indicated in this review.

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Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
3.4

Yes, well written, brings to light an aspect of story not prominent elsewhere. Follow up comments bring fullness to subject.

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Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
4.0

Yes. The kudos for good writing and technical structure should go to Senator Gordon Smith. Justin Rood should be given credit for good journalism in reporting the speech to a wider audience than might have occurred without his effort.

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Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
2.6

Yes, it provides an opinion in a respectable manner that can be accepted my many. It also leaves open a whole area of what Democrats should be doing, where their priorities should be.

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NT Rating: 3.7 | See All NT Reviews »
Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
3.0

Yes, its journalistic aspects are excellent. Its conclusions and opinion may require more US involvement than possible if the US is forced to retire from the field.

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NT Rating: 3.2 | See All NT Reviews »
Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
2.4

No. This story may present an accurate exchange between reporters and the President's Press Aide yet provides no definitive purpose for the article. If completely accurate the story reflects the sad state of journalism both inside and out at the White House door.

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NT Rating: 3.5 | See All NT Reviews »
Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
5.0

Concise, well thought out, and well crafted article with sufficient sourcing to carry the author's point to a logical conclusion.

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Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
3.9

Yes. This is more like a booklet and too long for most newspapers or magazines. Very informative and covers a man little known to much of the US. It reads like a biography of a portion of a man's life. Well written.

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NT Rating: 4.2 | See All NT Reviews »
Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
3.8

Yes, very well written; factual with little or no indication of author's personal opinion.

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Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
3.5

Yes. Concise, comprehensive and orderly in construction and thought.

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Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
5.0

Concise and comprehensive. A very simple explanation of a very convoluted career.

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Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
4.7

"From 2004 to 2006, Bush turned victory into dust. What will two more years of Bush bring?" The one flaw in the article. In my opinion the dust was there long before 2004. So were the seeds of Bush's defeat. He is a defeated President, you know?

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NT Rating: 2.4 | See All NT Reviews »
Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
4.2

This is a tough one for me. I am too close to the subject.

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NT Rating: 3.9 | See All NT Reviews »
Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
3.2

Journalistic excellence with a poor coverage of the real problem, getting people to do or even understand the energy crisis we face.

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Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
3.6

This article suffers from grammar errors and poor phrasing which may be because the writer is using English as a second language. I discern a certain accent in the dialog. However, if this is citizen journalism, it is very good. The sourcing and linking are outstanding.

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NT Rating: 3.5 | See All NT Reviews »
Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
2.6

Very drab article on a rather drab subject.

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Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
3.7

Very well written, covers subject well, site requires sponsor click.

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Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
3.7

Yes. The written article is the script of a TV newscast. There is always a need for the written transcript.

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Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
4.7

Journalism outstanding, site presentation among the best.

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Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
4.6

I am well aware this same article could have been written about several Ohio races. I was personally involved in a Special Primary in Ohio that I witnessed many violations by BOE's.

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Jerry reviewed this story - Oct 1, 2008
Jerry's Rating
4.0

The opinions in this story appear to reflect a phrase I read here on NewsTrust. Get enough votes (ratings) and a true picture will emerge.

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Jerry posted and reviewed this story - Apr 21, 2007
Jerry reviewed this story - Jan 5, 2007
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Jerry posted and reviewed this story - Dec 26, 2006
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