I was on free republic during the 2000 election. Free Republic was the only place on the web at the time that reported Florida was still in play even after bunghole Rather prematurely called it for AlGore.
What a pleasure reading all the the preceeding 240+ posts. I do not remember when I first came on FR. It was sometime during the mid 90’s. I do remember commenting about abortion and someone said something about “Where did you come from?”
It has always been a joy being a Freeper. My involvement has been low key for the most part. No personal friendships but lots of friends. I finally decided to start using my own name to get myself past the curtain of an avatar name. I was, most recently, Amos the Prophet. Can not remember before that.
This site has been a source of content and sanity through some difficult times. I am most thankful for the blessing of being part of FR.