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@Matt Johnson: The problem with some of these discussions is that the posts/articles fall somewhere between advocacy and reporting, but when confronted on the basis of reporting aren't always held up to the standards of reporting.

But those citizens need to be making an informed decision, which is part of what this article encourages.

If that's what they want, that's fine by me. But I'm not sure the electorate realizes that they're making a pretty final decision to save a few dollars now.

When Pelham1861 and others have a problem with an article not presenting all sides and the subtleties of a situation, the post shifts towards advocacy over reporting.

@Jasper: It's often funny (to me) reading comments about different places here on GGW. The blog is supposed to be about bettering the entire region, but one might think Gaithersburg is an inner suburb at times while Tysons is "far out there" and Loudoun is 'on out yonder.' (Somebody needs to remind me if Dulles Airport is down in Burke or out near Chantilly.) The shift from "we" and "us" to "they" and "them" in some comment sections is a fun thing to notice although some don't realize how derisive small things like that can be.

by selxic on Jun 25, 2012 4:28 pm • link • report