[Vision2020] Not on the Palouse, Not Ever website

[amy smoucha]

Tom & all,

I had some time to spend at the Not On The Palouse, Not Ever website this 
evening (http://www.tomandrodna.com/notonthepalouse/ ).  I am so impressed 
with how much information you've compiled and made available.  I especially 
like the fact that community members can read and see for themselves what 
our concerns are, and can evaluate texts and websites set up by 
organizations and individuals from all sides of our lasting debate.

I wonder, too, if we shouldn't add an "Action Alert" section.  One that 
tells people about any current issues and what they may do to get involved.  
For example, it would be helpful to know about Douglas Wilson's letter to 
Gov. Kempthorne.  I for one am very concerned about a local preacher seeking 
sanction of academics who are writing and commenting on issues in their 
subject areas.  My tax dollars go to support the U of I, and I certainly 
want professors and staff members to participate in the community, and to 
write and comment on issues within their academic disciplines without fear 
of censorship or reproach--especially from a church-based entity.  I read 
that book about Galileo recently, by Davida  . . . hmmm can't remember.  It 
really made me understand how important it is to make sure that institutions 
of learning, research and knowledge are not controlled by religious 
influences.  If we put that information there, we can put a link so people 
know how to email and/or contact Gov. Kempthorne to voice their opinions.

Tom, thank you so much for the serious and thoughtful way you've put the 
website together.  It is a great resource!

Amy Smoucha

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