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assistant: From: "Theresa (Contralto)" <contralto@cruznet2.cruznet.net>
Subject: Re: MR. MAGOO CONCERNS
yPete,
	I think you've got a good point there.  I think your idea of a
small clip at the end would be more likely.  Mr. Magoo being a cartoon
character, I think that Disney would assume that people already knew that
he was fiction.  But your idea of the film at the end, or the
documentary, would be more likely and/or feasible.
Theresa
P.S.  I'll get those sequences to you ASAP.
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assistant: From: "Christine M. Faltz" <cmfaltz@panix.com>
Subject: Re: MR. MAGOO CONCERNS
I don't think the average member of the Mr. Magoo audience is going to
hang out and be educated about blind people any more than they would stop
to listen to picketer complaints or read NFB literaturel.  The public
education must come in forms outside of the place and time of the movie.
Incidentally, remember that Mr. Magoo will be geared toward a largely
younger audience than most 'stunt' films.  Children cannot always
distinguish fact from fiction, ev3e n with disclaimers.
Christine
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assistant: From: "Theresa (Contralto)" <contralto@cruznet2.cruznet.net>
Subject: Re: MR. MAGOO CONCERNS
Good point, Christine.  But there are the parents who will attend.  By
what ever means we use, we've at least got to get the message out to someone.
Theresa
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assistant: From: "Melvin Lumbardy" <chief@crown.net>
Subject: Internet usage
Hi David Andrews and NFB listers
I did not see your letter addresssed to me about the way I sent
replys and letters. I did ask for the man who set up our mail program
to  come over and make a few adjustments.He said he always sets up
accounts in that way and has never had any complaints before. I am
sorry for the inconvenience this may of caused any readers.
Deb
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> Hi David Andrews and NFB listers
> I did not see your letter addresssed to me about the way I sent
> replys and letters. I did ask for the man who set up our mail program
> to  come over and make a few adjustments.He said he always sets up
> accounts in that way and has never had any complaints before. I am
> sorry for the inconvenience this may of caused any readers.
> Deb
>
>

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assistant: From: Andy Baracco <abaracco@netcom.com>
Subject: Re: Internet usage
Some E-mail programs designed for corporate use have auto response
features, to inform senders that their mail has been received, or that the
recipiant has gone on vacation, etc. These programs were not designed for
use on the Internet. Andy Baracco.
 On Thu, 10 Jul 1997, Melvin Lumbardy
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assistant: From: "Melvin Lumbardy" <chief@crown.net>
Subject: Re: Internet usage
Andy,
I am curious, I never heard of an email program that did not use the
internet. Is there such a thing? I have never heard of that. I always
thought e-mail or electronic mail had to use the internet. I am not
an expert on computers just as I am not a musician. the only musical
instrument I play is the radio.haha P.S. I'm not criticizing you...
Deb
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>
> Andy,
> I am curious, I never heard of an email program that did not use the
> internet. Is there such a thing? I have never heard of that. I always
> thought e-mail or electronic mail had to use the internet. I am not
> an expert on computers just as I am not a musician. the only musical
> instrument I play is the radio.haha P.S. I'm not criticizing you...
> Deb
>
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assistant: From: Andy Baracco <abaracco@netcom.com>
Subject: Re: Internet usage
I may have made a mistatement. Many large corporations have what are
called "intrenets". They handle large amounts of E-mail directed within
their system only. There are E-mail programs designed especially for this
purpose. In these situations, automatic messages acknowledging the receipt
of messages work kind of like certified or registered snail mail. Some
programs also allow you to send an automatic message to those who send you
E-mail while you are away from the office, like when you are on vacation.
These programs can be used on the Internet, but the auto-responder
features can create havock on a mailing list. About a year ago on another
list, someone set up an auto-responding vacation message. For over a week,
hundreds of people were deluged with 50 to 100 messages per day reminding
us that this guy was on vacation. I hope this clears up my meaning.
Andy Baracco
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>> Will, To say nothing is acceptance. Why is that people defend
>their right to free speech, but when someone speaks out against
>something they feel is wrong they are said to be complaining?

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assistant: From: wiljames@mindspring.com
Subject: Re: MR. MAGOO CONCERNS
On 1997-07-09 NFB-Talk@NFBnet.org said:
	Look at the context of this.  It looks like we, the blind, are
saying, "Don't pick on us poor blind folks."  This would only add to the
stereotyping that's going on.  Blond people are not happy with anything!  I
don't like that image projected about my disability!  I don't want to be
considered a complainer!
Wil James
Augusta, GA
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DL>Priority: normal
DL>X-Mailer: Pegasus Mail for Windows (v2.40)
DL>Hi David Andrews and NFB listers
DL>I did not see your letter addresssed to me about the way I sent
DL>replys and letters. I did ask for the man who set up our mail
DL>program to  come over and make a few adjustments.He said he always
DL>sets up accounts in that way and has never had any complaints
DL>before. I am sorry for the inconvenience this may of caused any
DL>readers. Deb

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assistant: From: David Andrews <dandrews@visi.com>
Subject: Re: Internet usage
Thanks for taking care of it.  It wasn't the end of the world, and it is
done now.
Take care...
David Andrews
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assistant: From: Julie Dawson <jdawson@IDT.NET>
Subject: Re: MR. MAGOO CONCERNS
Dear Will,
When people speak out against discrimination, prejudice, injustice, stereo
types etc. they are advocates not necessarily complainers.  Maybe if you
were to put a more assertive and positive spin on what you view disability
groups speaking about it might help you view things differently.  People
who
view us as complainers are usually those who don't want to change the sta
tus quo.
"Out of many''''one people."
We give of ourselves to share with each other.
we receive from each other to empower ourselves.
Blessed be the Almighty who blesses His people.
Julie, AKA Magnolia in New York.
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assistant: From: "Christine M. Faltz" <cmfaltz@panix.com>
Subject: Re: MR. MAGOO CONCERNS
By this logic, James, *any* time we point out inequities in the manner in
which we are treated could be interpreted in this manner.  I know plenty
of sighted folks who believe that any blind student at a competitive
university or any blind person at a "real" (their word) job is a token and
is their at the chrity of the company, individual or institution.  In
their view, charges of discrimination, bad services, etc. are mere
complaints, and we're just ungrateful, pitiable souls who have empty lives
and nothing to complain about.  I should add that this is true of all
marginalized groups, and we are not going to reach these people, no matter
what the issue.  We are going to reach those who think and are able to
distinguish a complaint from pointing out the discrimination in our
society.
Of course, we could cross a line in spending time on more trivial stuff,
and certainly this is a lesser prority than outright, personal
discrimination, but such reinforcements *contribute* to outright personal
discrimination, and at the very oleast, people must be made aware that at
least some blind people find it highly objectionable.
Christine
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assistant: From: "Melvin Lumbardy" <chief@crown.net>
Subject: Re: Internet usage
Andy,
ok now I see what you mean. i thought maybe there was som ething
special about the internet and email. Thanks
Deb
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assistant: From: "Melvin Lumbardy" <chief@crown.net>
Subject: Re: MR. MAGOO CONCERNS
Hi Will,
I wasnt just refering to blind people, I was refering to everyone. if
a person feels something is wrong for whatever reason they should
speak up.People speak up for moral issues, religious issues,
enviromental issues, political issues, etc. An example: they say if you don't
vote, dont complain when laws are made that you don't agree with. I
dont want to be a complainer but when somehting I believe is wrong I
do say soemthing.
Deb
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assistant: From: "Rick Fox (8-342-5763)" <richard_fox@VNET.IBM.COM>
Subject: Magoo
Hi Everybody,
Unfortunately, I missed the convention this year, because my mother is
seriously ill.  I've thought a lot about the Magoo issue,
since I would have been on the resolution committee if I had been in New
Orleans.
I wish the members of the resolutions committee could have more time to think
about a resolution before being required to cast a
ote.  As it stands now, we get about five minutes to listen to the
resolution, ask questions, debate, form an opinion, and vote.  I
need more time to reflect when I feel torn about an issue such as this.
I haven't read our resolution yet.  I'm certain that if Mr. Magoo is anything
like his 1950's incarnation in this new movie, the
image of blind people will be harmed in the minds of many children.  But many
interest groups today are finding reasons to be
offended, and the public is getting fed up.  We have to pick our battles, and
I wonder if this particular one is a good one at this
time.
Now that e've made our decision, I'm ready to take the ball and run with it.
Rick Fox
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assistant: From: "Theresa (Contralto)" <contralto@cruznet2.cruznet.net>
Subject: Re: MR. MAGOO CONCERNS
With so many people having so much to say on this topic, we ought to put
it on an IRC channel and do a discussion group on it.
Theresa
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assistant: From: "Theresa (Contralto)" <contralto@cruznet2.cruznet.net>
Subject: Re: Magoo
Hello.
	Speaking of the resolution, does an electronic copy (or brailled
copy) exist in such a place as can be accessed by those who have not
heard or read it?
Theresa
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>
> With so many people having so much to say on this topic, we ought to put
> it on an IRC channel and do a discussion group on it.
>
> Theresa
>
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assistant: From: Andy Baracco <abaracco@netcom.com>
Subject: Re: MR. MAGOO CONCERNS
Hi Theresa. Another good idea, as this thread is becoming boring, BORING,
BORING!.
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assistant: From: Pete Donahue <pdonahue@texas.net>
Subject: picnic planning meeting
Fellow Federationists and friends,
This message is primerily for members of the Greater San Antonio Chpter of
the National Federation of the Blind of Texas concerning our summer picnic
which takes the place of our August meeting.  There will be a planning
meeting for this event on Saturday july 26, 1997 at 12 noon.  We will meet
at GRady's Barbe-que, 4109 Fredericksberg Road in San Antonio Texas.Bring
your ideas and let's make this year's picnic the best ever.
As always we invite any, and all blind persons from near, and far to join
us for this time of fellowship, and food.  see you then.
Peter Donahue
Secretary, Greater san Antonio Chapter
National Federation of the Blind of Texas
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NF>Speaking of the resolution, does an electronic copy (or brailled
NF>copy) exist in such a place as can be accessed by those who have not
NF>heard or read it?
NF>Theresa

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assistant: From: David Andrews <dandrews@visi.com>
Subject: Re: Magoo
All of the resolutions will be published in either the August, or the
September-October Braille Monitor.
David Andrews
On 1997-07-11 NFB-Talk@NFBnet.org said:
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MR>> I guess the nfb doesn't have the power anymore to work tord jobs,
MR>>or  technology.
MR>> so they have to gripe about something  so people will think they
MR>>are doing  something.
MR>> no matter how silly it is.
MR>There is no reason to get all upset over a movie and that's all it
MR>is.  The NFB looks for anything that'll get publicity but it is
MR>obvious they don't care if a blind person is having difficulty
MR>finding a job or equipment is not available ETC. ETC. ETC.
MR>I wish certain high ranking officials would come down off their
MR>high horses. In the wind on a bike!!!                Matt Roberts
MR>(robocop@pdn.net) Harleys FOREVER!!
MR>803-774-5272 RBIKER on IRC                           Dillon South
MR>Carolina

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assistant: From: David Andrews <dandrews@visi.com>
Subject: Re: MR. MAGOO CONCERNS
Well, you are not going to get agreement from some of us here.
While Mr. Magoo is just  a movie, it and other media portrayals of blind
people are completely linked to what society feels about us.  The media
generally reflects what society feels about a group.  If the media feels it
is okay to make fun of blind people, which it does, then it is no wonder
that our unemployment rate is 70 percent.
How would you go about getting blind persons jobs?  What would you do
differently since we are so wrong?
David Andrews
On 1997-07-12 NFB-Talk@NFBnet.org said:
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assistant: From: Diane Dobson <aa321@freenet.victoria.bc.ca>
Subject: Re: MR. MAGOO CONCERNS
	Why are we so afraid of WHAT PEOPLE WILL SAY! who cares I dont
let me so as I please I found working with the paraplegic association the
way to get what you need is to keep in the abled bodied persons face
protest when you feel your right make them think about your needs then
you do not have to remind the able bodied all the time no protest is
unnessary if one blind person is offended Why be so meek , are we the
embodyment of Mr Milktoast ?
Have an accessible day !
Diane
aa321@freenet.victoria.bc.ca
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assistant: From: Andy Baracco <abaracco@netcom.com>
Subject: Re: MR. MAGOO CONCERNS
H Pete. I agree with most of what you say, but you must consider that
everyone cannot afford to attend a national convention. I enjoyed New
Orleans, but it took a big, !BIG!, bite out of my pocket book. I could
afford it, but considering the 70+% unemployment rate among the blind, you
could understand that most blind persons could not. Also, those same blind
persons probably couldn't afford a trip to Baltimore. As for chapter
meetings, our local chapter decided to take July off, so you would have to
wait to August to find out what happened at the convention if you weren't
there. A former boss of mine said, "When you ASSUME, you make an ass out
of you and me.
Andy Baracco
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>Hi Will,
>I wasnt just refering to blind people, I was refering to everyone.
>if a person feels something is wrong for whatever reason they should
>speak up.People speak up for moral issues, religious issues,
>enviromental issues, political issues, etc. An example: they say if
>you don't vote, dont complain when laws are made that you don't
>agree with. I dont want to be a complainer but when somehting I
>believe is wrong I do say soemthing.
>Deb

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assistant: From: wiljames@mindspring.com
Subject: Re: MR. MAGOO CONCERNS
On 1997-07-11 NFB-Talk@NFBnet.org said:
	Realistically, do you think something is wrong with MR. Magoo?
Think about it.  MR. Magoo is a *fictional* charactar!  I could understand
if you were upset at him being portrayed as a blind beggar, but his actions
does not provoke negative thoughts about the blind.
	Here's an issue I would support.  At the beginning of TV shows,
their's a rating system TV producers use.  Can we as blind people actively
use them?  No!  Because they are not accessible!  If you want to take action
with that, go for it.  You will have more support with this one than a
cartoon charactar!  This issue is more realistic!
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assistant: From: Pete Donahue <pdonahue@texas.net>
Subject: chapter meetings
Hello again Andy and listers,
i neglected that kI neglected to mention that we too take July off and our
next chapter meeting will occurr in August.  Thjis meeting has taken the
form of a social event of one kind or another.  Thjis year we will have a
picnic.  we have had several other picnics in years past.  Take care and
dream big.
Peter Donahue
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assistant: From: Buddy Brannan - KB5ELV <davros@ccwf.cc.utexas.edu>
Subject: Regarding Mr. Magoo (Forward)
Hi folks,
Here are comments from David Milner, who has been reading some of the
messages here on the Mr. Magoo issue. (He hasn't read everything, but I
have forwarded most of the discussion to him, as he is not subscribed.) I
have not myself commented on the matter, as I have nothing to add that
hasn't already been said by someone else. However, I'm weighing in on the
side of those opposing the movie for all the reasons stated in this list.
Apparently, there is another message here from Dave, but I haven't got to
it yet. When I do, it will be forwarded here.