[nabs-l] ACB/NFB

[Aziza C]

Jim,
Although I don't like what David said, I do have to agree with him,
it's just how things work.
Aziza

On 5/22/09, David Andrews <dandrews at visi.com> wrote:
> Jim:
>
> I am a different Dave, but .....
>
> I know it is frustrating and discouraging.  Stick in there.  I could
> be wrong, but I think that you are a relative new comer to the NFB
> and to NABS.  That means it takes some time, and some effort to work,
> develop a reputation, develop a following, earn trust etc.  We are a
> political organization, and it isn't always enough to just have a
> good idea.  You must have enough power, and experience to bring it to
> fruition.
>
> Dave
>
> At 02:05 PM 5/21/2009, you wrote:
>>Dave,
>>How are we supposed to "walk the walk" when there is so much
>>negitivity coming from NABS leadership regarding this issue (how it
>>wont work)? Specificly, I remember one post (I don't know who sent
>>it) that said something along the lines of "I don't see the harm in
>>trying, but NABS is not (should not) pay for it." Why should I
>>devote my time and energy to this effort when I know it will get
>>shut down when I ask NABS for funding?
>>
>>The same thing happened when I floated the idea of recording the
>>national convention employment seminar. (actually, I thing it was
>>worse. I felt decieved). First, several people in the NABS
>>leadership (including Areielle Silverman) mentioned that they
>>thought it was a good idea that was worthy of being pursued. So, I
>>pursued the idea thinking that I had the support of NABS, then, when
>>it came time for NABS to fund the idea, I get an email from Arielle
>>Silverman saying something along the lines of "sorry, this isn't a
>>NABS event/project, therefore NABS can't/won't fund it." I put alot
>>of time and effort into pursuing that idea, just to find out that
>>when push-comes-to-shove, I really did not have the support of NABS.
>>
>>So, I ask you, why should I invest the time and energy into
>>"walking-the-walk", when I was decieved last time, and clearly NABS
>>has no interest in pursuing a joint convention?
>>
>>Jim
>>
>>
>>From: "Dave Wright" <gymnastdave at sbcglobal.net>
>>Subject: Re: [nabs-l] Ending the NFB/ACB feud
>>To: "National Association of Blind Students mailing list"
>>
>>Good afternoon all,
>>While I've really enjoyed reading all of these messages about finding a way
>>to set aside the differences of both organizations in order to find a
>> common
>>ground on the student level, I'm wondering whether or not if any of the
>>proponents of this idea have taken an active role of setting up a meetting
>>involving students of both organizations on a local level. Since I believe
>>that students should have a choice when it comes to advocacy, I don't mind
>>that there are more than one organization advocating for the rights of
>> blind
>>students. I know how easy it is to talk the talk, but walking the walk and
>>being an active proponent for change is much harder. While the thought of
>>national change is perhaps an idealistic view, lets try first dealing with
>>local change. I know this discussion has leaked over to the ACB listServe
>>and believe both sides have positive feedback to offer.
>>Just my thoughts.
>>
>>
>>Best Regards:
>>Dave Wright
>>Work Phone: 651-636-5184 X803
>>Email:
>>dwrigh6 at gmail.com
>>WebPage:
>>http://www.knfbreader.com
>>
>>----- Original Message -----
>>
>>Homer Simpson's brain: "Use reverse psychology."
>>  Homer: "Oh, that sounds too complicated."
>>  Homer's brain: "Okay, don't use reverse psychology."
>>  Homer: "Okay, I will!"
>>
>>
>>
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