Yesterday, at Jeff’s request, I urged all of you to vote for Shelley Batts in her competition to receive a $5k scholarship, for which she is a finalist, and I thank those of you who’ve already voted.
I’ll lay out the issues. You can see a conspectus of her research at the U of M here.
Pro: She has a worthwhile area of research.
Con: She has Atrios in her blogroll.
Pro: She claims she lurks at PW.
Con: Yeah, but does she comment?
Pro: She’s cute.
Con: She wants the Dems to win control of Congress.
Well, that’s a tough call. But the main thing that she’s got going for her is: she’s not a diarist for dKos. So, if you’d like to screw ‘im, vote for her. Not to be malicious. Just because it’s the right thing to do.
And let anyone else in blogdom know why it’s a worthwhile endeavor.
BTW: voting continues till 4 pm Eastern, I think, tomorrow.
Hey a girl doesn’t have to be PERFECT to get your votes now does she?
We’re all perfect here, Shelley. We’re wingers.
Told you she was cute.
The proponents of “deaf culture” will be after her with an axe if she succeeds.
I wish her success, and many people will be appreciative, but she may be surprised by blowback from the activists….
Not like she’s an applicant for President of Gaudillet, JAA.
Or is it Gaullidet? I can’t even sign it.
– I was hoping no one would bring that up. It’s tough enough sledding, laboring for your doctorate without getting into the whole “identity groups” kerfluffle…..
Shelley–how’s it being a member of the downtrodden minority, cute PhD candidates? Also, do you have pics of other cute PhD candidates that we can link to? Because we’re not superficial when it comes to intellect.
You certainly make a compelling case for the young lady, sir. I tip my hat to any one who is not a dKos diarist. I tip my hat.
Unfortunately, I see she wants the Democrats to take control of Congress. While I admit she’s cute–and that counts for something in this life–you have to realize I would beat my own mother with a length of rusty chain were she to be so rash as to express a similar wish. In short, I’m gonna hafta think about this one.
– My mentor and I hated each others guts. The only time we ever got along was when he needed my support during those times when he was running for some University administration position or other. So I grok your situ Shelley.
ahem–
Your conscience is sovereign.
On the other hand, it’s a chance to screw a dKos diarist, and Shelley hasn’t absolutely ruled out the possibility of beating her with a rusty chain if we help her win . . .
– Aww common ahem. The only thing that will change if the Democrats take the house is the bathrooms will never have enough toilet paper. They don’t even have a plan for that.
– Give her a break. We all know the Dems are intense, but harmless.
…Ummmmmm…. chains…..
(only figuratively; otherwise, that’s a minus)
– Nancy Pelosi press conference:
Nancy Pelosi: “How dare the Republicans publish Saddam Husseins Atom Bomb construction plans….Do they have no regard for National secrets?”
Reporter: “So you think the administration should show more discretion than the New York Times?”
Nancy Pelosi ………
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Nancy Pelosi “President Bush should tell the truth about the economy. Families everywhere are struggling more than ever.”
Reporter: “The Fed reported today that unemployment is down to 4.4%…lower than it was pre-9/11, and the stock market hit a record high, with more citizens owning homes than ever before in our history, but you still think the economy is in a mess?”
Nancy Pelosi ………
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Nancy Pelosi: “Ok….I have a role call, so if there’s no other questions….”
Reporter: “Senator, today Senator durbin admited during a debate with Steele, that he was not familiar with the Patriot act….Whats your reaction to that?”
Nancy Pelosi ………
Nancy Pelosi ………
Nancy Pelosi ………
Nancy Pelosi: “….Errmmm….ok… thank you for your time….I have to get back to work.”
Reporter: “…Senator….Senator….what about those drapes…..”
Guys, guys. I appreciate all your political fervor, and would never ask *anyone* to vote against their conscience. However, keep in mind that I have not a thing to do with politics. Nothing. I am a scientist, pure and simple. And yes, you can beat me with a virtual chain if you give me your virtual vote.
Now, as Dan mentioned, I am cute. While in most fields, this would be a bonus, in science its more like a handicap. Imagine trying to get some science big-wig to take your research seriously when they are stuttering and staring at your tits? They don’t even heard a word. And add to this that I’m blonde, well I get the whole slew of dumb blonde stereotypes going against me too. I mean, just the fact that I’m not fat/smelly/awkward just makes it hard to make friends in grad school let alone get ahead in the field. And lets not even get into dates, as the guys my age in my classes are dull as stones and got the looks to match. So, alas, single.
So, won’t you guys root for the poor underdog and vote for me? Cute chicks everywhere demand it!
– Heh – With that clarion of a campaign speech, if you’re not in politics, you should be……
– Personally I foundly wish there were more cute girls in Science positions, (poor choice of words, that one), would have made my career a hell of a lot more enjoyable…..
– Ummmmmm…. chains…..
Come on now, BBh. Everyone knows Pelosi is off somewhere with Conyers this weekend drafting aticles of impeachment…
Who is this Stamatiou person who is defying our collective will?
I suppose it’s well-nigh inevitable that a scholarship depending on the Web should go to an Internet nerd, but it has to be galling to compare neurobiology with a gosh-wow Anandtech clone and have the second come up trumps.
Sorry, Shelly, Dem apologist or no you definitely deserve a strong shot, but I’m afraid we just don’t have enough unique IPs to outvote somebody whose associates collect ‘em like bottle tops.
Regards,
Ric
Don’t give up yet, the poll doesn’t close until midnight tomorrow!
– What we need here people is an Insta-votelaunch. Even sockpuppets will do. Well maybe not Elseburg Greenhead, but almost anyone else. We all vist a spectrum of blogs each day. A little shilling isn’t going to hurt. I’ve looked at the other contestants, such as they are, and Shelley is definately the cream of the crop here, and there’s always the chains……
Wow. Shelley’s heartfelt apology for cuteness in the sciences deserves its own post.
– This is one of those Ed Asner moments when actus or monkeyface would say:
“Well I’ll say one thing about you… you’re pert………I hate pert….”
Well, I’m on dialup. I definitely agree with BBH: whether or not Shelley is precisely the best possible representative of the Protein Wisdom Lifestyle[TM], she’s certainly the pick of that litter. So I’ve been signing off, dialing in again, checking that I got a new IP, and voting again, from time to time. Not every few minutes, but more than once.
I fear it’s futile. The computer geek has friends and associates who can build robot sockpuppets that change IPs at random, and we simply can’t compete. Ironic. If Shelley’s work bears fruit we might be better at it —
Shelley, as far as your appearance is concerned, I recommend what might be called the “Kirkland Tactic.” Bleach the hair a bit lighter, tie it back in a tight bun, and get yourself heavy-rimmed glasses, some white and khakhi shirts with pockets and epaulets, skirts and pants that fit tight around the hips, and the tallest heels you can easily manage. Then stand straight, look ‘em in the eye, speak incisively and with a bit of challenge inherent, and take no prisoners. You’ll end up either Dean or Assistant Custodian, and either way it ought to be fun.
Regards,
Ric
Upon further consideration, I did vote for Shelley–after all, I was a Democrat once myself–and her totals are impressive; however, this Yellin character is clearly much better at blegging than she is. We can only hope that most of his hits came from his mother.
Thank you Ric and ahem. I wonder if there is some big website (other than PW) that would sponser me. Any ideas?
Well, I would TOTALLY take Shelleys research seriously while staring at her tits. I wouldn’t even stutter.
I’m in Shelley.
sgtted: The men’s room is down the hall.
You haven’t tried Ace have you? He’s a sucker for a pretty girl.
Uh oh. I’m afriad Ace might take one sniff of my Dem apologetics and tell people NOT to vote for me. Maybe an introduction is in order?
“Shelley’s Limirick”
There once was a cute coed from Michigan…
Whose works came from within her discipline…
To do some world good…If only she could…
Would fullfill her foundest wish-again
– Thank you….thank you….thank you very much…I’m here every evening at the Plastic Date Palms lounge….no cover charge… well drinks a buck…. see you all soon…
– Maria…..I once knew a guy named Maria….*rim shot*
– Hi…you’re a cute couple… where you from?
There used to be a guy around here named Goldstein who seemed to know Ace pretty well, Shelley.
Wait. I’m more confused than usual.
Who is the dkos diarist? Is it Darksyde?
I’ll save you, Shelly! In a ragtop Mustang, no less!
I will be your knight in shining metalflake, coming to your electoral rescue…
Mmmm…yes, you could be mine.
Tonight and every night.
Whoo hoo woo hoo woo hoo hoo…
Um, has anyone seen my list of proxy servers?
The cute are overrepresented in all walks of life.
She’s a real cutie alright. Hmm. Wonder what her butt looks like? Jesus! I AM a pig aren’t I. Well nice butt or not you got my vote.
To hell with the whips and chains*, I want the cherry whip cream with sprinkles*.
*May not be work-safe..
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