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And now for the rest of the story.... Free Republic is here to stay!
Free Republic | 12/29/01 | Jim Robinson

Posted on 11/29/2001 11:32:06 PM PST by Jim Robinson

Very sorry if the thread I posted yesterday entitled "Is Free Republic a Fraud? Is it time for Free Republic to go away?" startled some of you. The thread was posted simply to allow the people who are criticizing Free Republic and accusing us of fraud to have a place to post their charges, and also to allow those who support FR a place to voice their opinions on whether we should continue or fold up. The anti-FReepers have long held that if only the FReepers knew the truth about me and the fraud of FR, then they would all go away. Well, time will tell if many people have been swayed by their tales of horror, but no one can say that I did not give them a chance to get it all out into the open.

Now I'm happy to say that I have absolutely no intent of ever shutting down Free Republic. The only reason that was in my title was because of the AFers claim. I have stated on many occasions that Free Republic will be on the air as long as the FReepers feel it is needed and viable. If the WP/LAT is successful in bankrupting me or the corporation, then we will find another way to keep our discussion site running. There is absolutely no way that they can shutdown our right to assemble on the internet and voice our opinions and criticisms of the government and or of the so-called free press. In that, we will persevere, I guarantee you!

I want to thank all of you who have suggested various ways to change our operating model to one profiting by selling subscriptions, or advertising, or merchandise or other commercial ventures, but have to say that we cannot do any of those things at this time. We are restricted from engaging in any commercial business because of the fair use laws. Now, some of this might change in the future depending on clarification from the court if we win on appeal or at the Supreme Court level, but I wouldn't bet on it. As long as we are posting full text articles we will probably have to remain non commercial.

I also want to thank all of you who have posted your supporting comments. I'd like to reply to all of them, but looks like the count is now running to 2,000 and beyond and there is no way that I can respond to each one individually. I thank each and every one of you and I thank God that you are on our team. Same goes for all of you who are donating to keep FR on the air. We would not be here without your support and we all appreciate it very much.

Thanks again and God Bless America!

Regards,

Jim Robinson


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To: Jim Robinson
Sir,
Did I ever tell you you're my hero? You ARE the wind beneath our wings. You are the reason we are here and the reason we stay. G-d bless you.
81 posted on 11/30/2001 3:05:24 AM PST by NixNatAVanG InDaBurgh
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To: Cacique
Double that bump, Cacique.
Liberty WILL roll!!!
82 posted on 11/30/2001 3:07:32 AM PST by NixNatAVanG InDaBurgh
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To: BADJOE
Where are the eagles? Should they not be up??
83 posted on 11/30/2001 3:07:40 AM PST by babble-on
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To: JohnHuang2
Thanks for the ping my friend

Long live Free Republic and looking at the 2,200 + replies on the "is FR a fraud" thread, many are glad to see this thread, and those who are not, should go join the FR bashers out there who will not be missed around here.

84 posted on 11/30/2001 3:08:20 AM PST by MJY1288
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To: MJY1288
You're welcome =^)

Long live Free Republic and looking at the 2,200 + replies on the "is FR a fraud" thread, many are glad to see this thread, and those who are not, should go join the FR bashers out there who will not be missed around here.

Nuff said.

85 posted on 11/30/2001 3:09:27 AM PST by JohnHuang2
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To: Jim Robinson
You are an amazing man, and Free Republic is an amazing site.
Thank you!
86 posted on 11/30/2001 3:10:01 AM PST by SusanUSA
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To: Jim Robinson
"Very sorry if the thread I posted yesterday entitled "Is Free Republic a Fraud? Is it time for Free Republic to go away?" startled some of you. The thread was posted simply to allow the people who are criticizing Free Republic and accusing us of fraud to have a place to post their charges, and also to allow those who support FR a place to voice their opinions on whether we should continue or fold up."

I was worried that you had become so discouraged that you were planning to throw in the towel.

Long live FR, the Republic, AND free speech!

BUMP !!

87 posted on 11/30/2001 3:12:44 AM PST by cake_crumb
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To: Jim Robinson
Now I'm happy to say that I have absolutely no intent of ever shutting down Free Republic.

Glad to hear you say that Jim. Now all of us FR addicts can relax! We surely live in interesting times and a forum like Free Republic is sorely needed. You will always have critics but your friends and supporters outnumber them greatly. Keep on freepin!

88 posted on 11/30/2001 3:14:09 AM PST by Walkin Man
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To: Jim Robinson
FR forever.
89 posted on 11/30/2001 3:15:33 AM PST by LibKill
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To: Jim Robinson
Thank you, Jim...
90 posted on 11/30/2001 3:20:41 AM PST by LeeMcCoy
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To: bayourod
I can't believe you did that to me. I feel violated. It kinda feels good. Sorta.

Have you ever considered running for public office? Those are the qualifications of a GOP Congressional Leader.
Can you say "Hurt me Tommy, Feels so good!"

sorry, couldn't resist :)

91 posted on 11/30/2001 3:22:17 AM PST by Protect the Bill of Rights
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To: Jim Robinson
Thank you Jim & God Bless you.
92 posted on 11/30/2001 3:24:05 AM PST by Reagan's_Mom
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To: Jim Robinson
Put me in coach!! Let's Roll!!!
93 posted on 11/30/2001 3:24:39 AM PST by Chairman_December_19th_Society
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To: Jim Robinson
"If the WP/LAT is successful in bankrupting me or the corporation, then we will find another way to keep our discussion site running. There is absolutely no way that they can shutdown our right to assemble on the internet and voice our opinions and criticisms of the government and or of the so-called free press. In that, we will persevere, I guarantee you!

That's why yer my HERO, JimRob...yer relentless commitment to the Truth and the Right to express it FReely!!

"I thank each and every one of you and I thank God that you are on our team. Same goes for all of you who are donating to keep FR on the air. We would not be here without your support and we all appreciate it very much."

Mutual Admiration Society Dittoes, my Patriotic FRiend!! Now, when do we get to stick our chompers into anothe FundRaiser?! I gots some idears fer uppin' the ante!!

FReegards...Steve/MUD

94 posted on 11/30/2001 3:24:39 AM PST by Mudboy Slim
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To: Jim Robinson
You mean to tell me I have been up for two days straight trying to cram a Free Republic fix into my system in case it vanished in the next couple of days for nuffin? (thunk) hehe
95 posted on 11/30/2001 3:33:13 AM PST by MissAmericanPie
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To: Jim Robinson
Yesterday I woke up to the thought there would be no FR in my future.
I was scared!
Today I wake up to knowing that FR will be here today and tomorrow and ...
Thank-you, Jim, for all you do!!!
96 posted on 11/30/2001 3:34:25 AM PST by bamafour
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To: Jim Robinson
Here to stay! What great news!

I just told the EMTs that they can unhook the defibrillator......

97 posted on 11/30/2001 3:41:41 AM PST by exit82
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To: Flyer
Until the Liberals go away
Free Republic is here to stay!


Works For Me!
98 posted on 11/30/2001 3:43:39 AM PST by Fiddlstix
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To: 68-69TonkinGulfYatchClub; Jim Robinson
Thanks for the ping Tonkin!

Jim, I spent alot of time reading that other thread, waiting for some real proof of the fraud they accuse you of. Even after reading what I missed last night, I haven't seen any. I don't know how you can be so patient sometimes. You start a site, bring alot of foks together, it grows beyond your wildest expectations, and so do the attacks on you. I would've thrown in the towel a long time ago. I'm so glad you didn't. I'm in for the long haul too.

Best Wishes
BIS
99 posted on 11/30/2001 3:44:07 AM PST by firewalk
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To: Jim Robinson
You kidder you.

I can now remove myself from my self-imposed suicide watch:)

100 posted on 11/30/2001 3:44:45 AM PST by Seeking the truth
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