Originally Posted by
mr_matt
While some are so intent on confusing what traditional modeling is versus what these “flying tripod” drones are (to the point of feigning ignorance IMHO), it is refreshing to see a third AMA presidential candidate with no problem recognizing the category of “traditional” modelling.
Candidate Eric Williams demands that the AMA protect “traditional” modeling in his statement:
“AMA must protect our traditional categories of flight while ensuring our hobby's future. “
Not so hard for Eric to give a shout out to the importance of traditions, just as it was not for Lawrence Tougas or Frank Tiano
Eric was one of the first ones out there with his campaign statement. I guess the use of the word "traditional" in his statement is enough to get him a second look, lol. You must have not looked back to the EC meeting notes to see how he voted for the 250k funding on the MR issue a few years back. Eric would make a great president, he's got a positive outlook, is involved in his district, and most importantly, embraces all facets of this great hobby. Ya, that includes the "non-traditional" MR crowd. Also, and most importantly, he doesn't look down upon on those folks who fly those horrible "foamies", you know, the folks who don't have as much "invested" in the hobby as those folks who build and fly turbines. Wonder if those issued would change your perspective.
Originally Posted by
init4fun
Hi Matt ,
It sure would be nice if there was a bit more than the one page each candidate wrote to go on , In fact I kinda wish they all had taken the offer to come here and answer questions like Frank Tiano did .
Pretty telling that none of them would come here isn't it. The excuse noted by Mike is a convenient one, but lacks any real in depth analysis. Oh, that's not an attack, that's called an opinion. Keep in mind most of the EC and others are members here, and have been for years, but don't actively participate in this forum. Can you figure out why?
Originally Posted by
rcmiket
Yea and be attacked like Frank was?
Mike
Oh please, enough already with the poor Frank was attacked routine. You'll note he didn't dispute a single thing he was asked about....not one. Just spun his excuses and explanations, fair enough I guess. As far as attacks...any reasonable person reading his responses would see where the real attacks came from. Him. Repeatedly. Personal attacks, threats, intimidation, and finally, some libel for good measure, specifically regarding AIW. Those blatant violations of the site's TOS remain up there to this day. Gotta wonder why that is. Hmm...wonder if the other candidates notice that (they do).
Originally Posted by
init4fun
Hi Mike ,
The 99% of us were very well behaved and welcomed Frank , that other 1% I believe would find fault with anybody and as it turned out , Frank endured his "trail by fire" quite well indeed . In fact , I believe it showed Frank has not only a "human side" , it also showed he has a great sense of humor as well .
It's funny , I had all but made up my mind that Rich was gonna get my vote , but then seeing what Frank endured here , and his well laid out response to that , I now am completely undecided between voting for either Rich or Frank .
So I guess you could say that the attack backfired quite spectacularly !
LoL...more judgement and finger wagging, go figure. Oh
most of were so well behaved...but
that 1% wasn't. How dare they ask Frank any tough questions. How dare they ask him about his self admitted abrasive personality and ask him how that might play being the president of the AMA. Such a horrible trial by fire being asked to explain his very questionable and very pubic behavior. Oh the horror. His defenders were right there explaining away everything and excusing this abhorrent behavior by saying "well he was provoked". He gave us great insight into his temperament didn't he. A pretty good indicator of how he might act in future situations. If he can't handle a few questions from people he wants to vote for him...how is he going to handle the EC, or worse, dealing with regulators.
As for how you end up voting, I doubt very much there was ever any doubt. I wouldn't normally mention that but you bring the issue up. If you think Frank deserves your vote because he responds to a question by threatening someone ( "I KNOW who you are, you'll be sorry, etc etc etc)", but all means, cast your vote for him.
There was no backfire of course, notwithstanding the spin. Much like the national election cycle, Frank will lose no votes from his die hard fans. No matter what he says or does, they will always vote for him. He will likely not gain any votes from those that would never vote for him in the first place. The middle of the roaders, the undecided, is the sweet spot for him. Based on his responses here, I'd have to guess they the glaring character issues and will vote accordingly. Or not vote at all, who knows. It would be nice to see 30-40k turn out and vote, I guess we'll see soon enough.