A dedication thread to the poster ccharles000.

[vaberella]

I started this thread because of the recognition given to Lady Gaga. I'm not star crazed, don't care about them, barely know their names and don't want to know their names. However, I don't want to marginalize them pushing things to the forefront in some way---even though I find what they do to be truly superficial. They get into some drama and all of their "good works" ends up forgotten in the grand scheme of their naked pictures taking over youtube or google.

I respect the fact that she says call the Senators, but this is not anything no one else has done----she has the loudspeaker to do it and is given more air time to do it. The good thing being that when she does what she does---in that way--then it motivates some of the "youth" to get on the side of what's right. Other than that...I see nothing really special about her.

However, there are many people on this site who have done the same, if not more. Since I had joined this site, there has been one real voice on DU who has kept us up to date on local elections in every state. On every elected official. We're talking about Mayors, Governors, Congressmen/women, and Senators and so on. This person has pushed it on DU, kept us up to date, pushed us to send money and get to know of elected officials in other states. Those more progressives than others and really trying to get DU motivated and rarely gets a post of appreciation and at times not even 1 rec---when it's deserved.

So in lieu of celebrity appreciation. I'll give some praise to some unsung heroes on DU (and he's one of many) who don't get as much praise, don't have the platform for it, but are the only ones who get me fired up and motivated.

Here's to you ccharles000. :toast:

[proud2BlibKansan]

1. I agree. I look forward to his posts

charles, you rock!

[Gman]

2. I'll K&R that

His posts are always interesting as well as giving a fresh and unique, but spot on point of view. I enjoy his posts.

[gateley]

3. And he always seems to be on top of ALL the political goings-on

country wide. He informs me of stuff I wouldn't even know to look for.

Thank you ccharles000! :pals:

[Cleita]

4. Yes, he does deserve recognition for his work

and many other DUers too, who help keep the rest of us informed.

[TBF]

5. I've read a lot of ccharles posts,

and I've always thought he was very informative and had a very good heart.

[vaberella]

10. ! n/t

[murielm99]

6. He is a really young guy, too.

No one should complain about young people not doing their part, especially after seeing some of ccharles' posts.

[vaberella]

9. Agreed.

One of the tings I like about him, is that I learn. I'm up to date on current affairs, and I can prioritize who I can help out when I can or to send a word of appreciation. I truly look forward to his posts.

[JI7]

26. yup, he is like 20, he was around 10 when DU was created

[ZombieHorde]

7. ccharles = awesome. Rec. nt

[lamp_shade]

8. I soooo admire him. Thank you for this post.

[Parker CA]

11. K&R for Charles!

[JohnnyLib2]

12. Agreed. He seems to have radar for polls, among other things.

Impressive.

[babylonsister]

13. Rec'd! nt

[great white snark]

14. Kick for the great motivator ccharles000

:toast:

[nevergiveup]

15. I read and enjoy all his posts.

Thank you ccharles000.

[WCGreen]

16. Always presents the stuff from the state and local viewpoint that we need to see...

It was CC000 who let us into the polling and other nonsense that goes on below the national radar...

[yellerpup]

17. To ccharles000...

:toast: Always genuine and a pleasure to read.

[emilyg]

18. Yes. Kick

[niceypoo]

19. The only sane person in GDP

Kudos!

[boppers]

28. +1

While I'm off being huffy about some phrase in some endless thread, he posts something new, interesting, and relevant.

[nmbluesky]

20. k & R

[DangerousRhythm]

21. Cheers!

ccharles000 is awesome. :toast:

[Clio the Leo]

22. me too! me too! nt

[Skittles]

23. I LOVES ME SOME CHARLES

yes INDEED :thumbsup:

[Aristus]

24. I've been an admirer for years. He always has something great to say.

Here's to you, buddy... :toast:

[donheld]

25. Much love for Charles

:hug:

[Number23]

27. I am coming in out of the wilderness to kick and rec this thread

I have been a fan of ccharles' for years. For someone so young, he is fabulously aware and seems to be as sweet as sugar and cute as a little bug.

And may I be so bold as to add JackBeck and TheBigotBasher to your list of DU heroes? They are also wonderful advocates and fantastic (if not the most prolific) posters on DU.

Happy to rec.

[vaberella]

29. Add away, they are great voices and love their posts as well.

As I said, many unsung heroes that truly deserve the admiration of fortitude and standing up for what's right.

[nemo137]

30. His newsposts are always great.

K&R

[TheBigotBasher]

31. K&R.

I love his election posts.

[pruple]

32. K&R

I'm just a lurker here, but I always enjoy ccharles posts. He brings information that I don't find elsewhere. Thanks ccharles.

[DeSwiss]

33. K&R

ccharles000 :yourock:

[Raine1967]

34. yes Yes YES!!!!!!!!!!

A person most deserving of a dedication thread! :toast: :bounce: :beer: :kick:

[nyc 4 Biden]

35. k&r

[PopSixSquish]

36. I Always Read His Posts for the Latest Polling

Dude is awesome!!!

[orbitalman]

37. We are all FIGHTING the Media...

Let's face it, the media as a whole is superficial. Instead of digging into and expanding on those things that would create an informed public of issues of importance to us, they thrive on controversy.

As such, it's more like a gappers' block at a car wreck. Too, they're feeding frenzy, always standing out in the wind and rain of a hurricane is so stupid they may as well be paparazzi. It's no wonder the 'low information' public is so misinformed. Until we expect accountability of these 'journalism graduates,' the news and information and 1st amendment will NOT work for our democracy.

Of course, part of the underlying problem has to do with ratings. Does this mean competition is bad? In this case, yes; when conpetition is bent toward the lowest common denominator of shock and awe and the gappers' block.

Proper news does NOT have to be boring, but today's journalists' bosses (editors) lack the creativity to to hold most of the public's interest otherwise.

Driving down the highway, would you rather see a car wreck and how bad it is, or would you rather admire the purple mountains majesty (or even pay attention to your driving)?:shrug:

[rurallib]

38. Ccharles000 puts out some of the most interesting posts

and they usually have a twist that doesn't usually get play.
Always look for his posts.

[nolabear]

39. K&R

[SoxFan]

40. K&R

I love his updates on races from around the country. He's smart, savvy beyond his years, and everything a Democrat should be.

[hwmnbn]

41. K&R!!!

[Libby2]

42. I agree, he is the best!

Thanks for the post.

[handmade34]

43. Bless you ccharles!!!

[Omaha Steve]

44. I agree

K&R!

[livetohike]

45. Agreed. I always read ccharles000 posts to stay informed

on all the races. Thank you for starting this thread and :toast: to ccharles000.

[NanceGreggs]

46. Hear, hear!!!

:toast:

[tomm2thumbs]

47. agreed - always insightful posts and covering stories not always noticed by folks

hear hear and 10 giant atta-boys !!

[Bobbie Jo]

48. K&R

:toast:

[grantcart]

49. ccharles000 is one of the classiest guys at DU.

[bigwillq]

50. K and R

ccharles000 is a fantastic DUer. Thank you for your contribution to this board, buddy. :hi: :hug:

Good post, vaberella. :thumbsup:

[Spazito]

51. Adding my appreciation to ccharles000 and his very informative...

threads.

[myrna minx]

52. K&R n/t

[AnArmyVeteran]

53. Kay & Are

[Uzybone]

54. KnR to Charles

and also to Lady Gaga. At least she calls senators instead of waiting for Superman Obama to do everything. She understands the process better than many on the internet "left"

[CitizenLeft]

55. ...and thank you CC000 for all the campaign updates!

Much appreciated!

:applause:

[Divine Discontent]

56. She risks a lot standing up for GLBT issues & she uses her fame to push our rights constantly, that

being said....


I've told ccharles000 several times, thank you, and also that he's very handsome. He is very appreciated.

Thank you for this thread.

[vaberella]

59. I think he's hot too.

I don't say it, cause I'm way too old for him. But those blues eyes of his are phenomenal.

[SeattleGirl]

57. I will join you, vaberella!

:toast:

[Heidi]

58. Kick.

:kick: