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-   -   Boycott the Vote! (https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/communitybuzz/624278-boycott-vote.html)

ozstamps Nov 13, 2006 3:52 pm
Originally Posted by chexfan

But honestly, does it really matter?
If there was a single "I voted" FT logo avatar as I hope becomes the policy if Randy agrees, it most certainly would not matter. ;)

Glen

GUWonder Nov 13, 2006 3:56 pm
Originally Posted by chexfan
So you're saying there's a 2 Starred, 3 Striped American flag...? :confused:

Or better yet, that the stars on the US Flag are in order and even?
No.

Originally Posted by chexfan
It's a purported representation of the American flag, when the same flag inconsistencies exist w/ other nations. One could logically say that it is a bad ripoff of the flag from Chile, Liberia or Puerto Rico.

But honestly, does it really matter?
Multiple white stars -- and two stars is indicative of multiple stars at least in part -- on a blue background, with red and white alternating stripes in that proportion reminds me of the US flag and only the US flag. I'm not an expert on contemporary flags of countries and commonwealths and could be mistaken, but I certainly know that the avatar wasn't based on a Chilean, Liberian, or Puerto Rican flag -- for if it were it would not have multiple stars.

Does it matter? If not, then why even comment about someone's idea about it, make an issue of the matter or even ask these questions you've asked about the matter? :D

Only one non-national avatar, and this matter wouldn't have even come up. :D

Personally, I'm amused by this avatar debate. And a little controversy definitely drums up voter interest. :D

FewMiles Nov 13, 2006 5:40 pm
If I erase the avatar, can I vote a second time?

SchmutzigMSP Nov 13, 2006 5:58 pm
Randy and tech guys:

Why not send a mass Private Message to all members reminding them of the vote? It seems to me this should be easy enough to do and would definitely get out the vote without any major intrusion (such as a popup ad) or any "unknown labeling" after a member has voted.

In general, I agree with the sentiment of this thread and I do not feel that, by default, the "I Voted" avatar should be shown. I do disagree with some of the statements (both factual and not) made about the U.S. election system and agree that this topic does not belong in this thread.

skofarrell Nov 13, 2006 6:06 pm
Originally Posted by Shareholder
Until the administrators remove the "I voted" logo from username posts of those who have voted in the FT election, I am calling on those who have not yet voted, to boycott the TalkBoard vote. This is an intrusion on our privacy and goes against the basic principles of democratic participation. I have been a candidate on three occasions and would normally encourage a high turnout. But this action is a return to the Salem Witch Hunts and cannot be tolerated in our community.

I respectfully ask for an explanation of this practice, why it was adopted and at who's initiative.
I agree!! Boycott the Vote!!!!!

MileageAddict Nov 13, 2006 7:16 pm
Yup, boycott the vote. No way I'm gonna participate in this tomfoolery. :p

Jaimito Cartero Nov 13, 2006 7:29 pm
Originally Posted by FewMiles
If I erase the avatar, can I vote a second time?
No, you've got to have multiple log-in accounts, like everyone else. :)

Jaimito Cartero Nov 13, 2006 7:32 pm
Originally Posted by GUWonder
Not good examples. All of the places you've mentioned above only have one star on their flag. The avatar with the flag has at least two stars showing in part.
Malaysia, maybe? :)

boilermaker Nov 13, 2006 7:56 pm
Originally Posted by sobore
I say more choices of Avatars! ^
These are good, but maybe a nice Uncle Sam head would do the trick!
I think Randy with a top hat would look better :D

techgirl Nov 13, 2006 8:00 pm
Wow. :(

I just got back from the fantastic London Do (which in and of itself was a great reminder of what I *love* about FlyerTalk) and open up to a thread encouraging people to boycott the vote because Randy made an attempt to remind folks that there is an election going on?

This really makes me sad.

GUWonder Nov 13, 2006 8:01 pm
Originally Posted by Jaimito Cartero
Malaysia, maybe? :)
That wouldn't work either. :) Two white stars in the avatar; Malaysia's flag has a yellow crescent and a yellow multi-point sun representing something like 13 or 14 entities if I recall things properly from some visit to J.B.

Back to flag class for me. :D

GUWonder Nov 13, 2006 8:03 pm
Originally Posted by techgirl
Wow. :(

I just got back from the fantastic London Do (which in and of itself was a great reminder of what I *love* about FlyerTalk) and open up to a thread encouraging people to boycott the vote because Randy made an attempt to remind folks that there is an election going on?

This really makes me sad.
There is joy to be found. Since the "controversy" broke out, voting has ramped up tremendously. :D

mahasamatman Nov 13, 2006 8:20 pm
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tcook052 Nov 13, 2006 8:21 pm
Originally Posted by techgirl
Wow. :(

I just got back from the fantastic London Do (which in and of itself was a great reminder of what I *love* about FlyerTalk) and open up to a thread encouraging people to boycott the vote because Randy made an attempt to remind folks that there is an election going on?

This really makes me sad.
I was as surprised as you techgirl when this topic originally appear on AC forum this a.m. Much ado about nothing, IMHO.

ozstamps Nov 13, 2006 8:23 pm
Originally Posted by GUWonder

Since the "controversy" broke out, voting has ramped up tremendously. :D
How/where are you tracking voting numbers? :confused:


Glen


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