I’m a little taken aback by the probably too generous mention of this blog in a Matt Gonzales article in INtake Weekly entitled Grab a byte. But, I’m not so humble as to forego reprinting the section on Masson’s Blog here:
Attorney and blogger Doug Masson may be a resident of Lafayette, but his astute and rigorously researched blog entries about Indiana politics should be of interest to any and all Indianapolis political junkies. Calling his blog “A Citizen’s Guide to Indiana,” Masson is ardently devoted to revealing the often hidden inner-workings of Hoosier government and politics. Although the legalese and political jargon that pervades the blog is likely to scare off amateurs, Masson’s blog is must-read stuff for those looking for otherwise hard-to-find information and political commentary that’s both smart and urbane.
Now, I’d better go look-up the word “urbane.”
Congratulations, Doug!
I could not agree more.I learned many things reading this blog.For the most part those who comment here are well informed and and usually know the facts regarding the issues.
I wish more people in this state would take a interest in what’s going onby reading blogs like this and watching programs like meet your law makers on PBS and Indiana Week In Review although Indiana Week In Review hardly ever mentions any part of the state below Indianapolis.
Well thanks. In my mind, we’re all better off when there is more of a discussion about state politics. It’s not as “sexy” as some of the national debate where you’re talking about things like war & peace. But, it doesn’t have to be all dry and technical either. Most of this stuff affects us all in one way or another, and when citizens are having an ongoing, low grade conversation, I think we all win. Hopefully I’m helping with that conversation. I know blogs generally are helping.
When I started this thing up a little more than 2 years ago, there didn’t seem to be too terribly many blogs focused on Indiana. Now there seem to be a couple dozen, and they all contribute to the public discourse to one extent or another. So that’s a positive.
Let me add my congratulations also. I try and take a daily look at the blog. Doug, you do a great job….even if you are a Colts fan!! Go Bears!!!!!
I’ve never been called a ‘twit’ in here. Comments are left to stand for themselves..true democracy.
Yay! Go Doug! Go Doug! It’s your birthday! It’s your birthday! *grins*
Congrats, Doug. I can’t help feel a little jealous… Hmmm, maybe if I blogged specifically about Indiana more.
Good for you, Doug! :) “Urbane,” huh? Does that have anything to do with the number of multi-story buildings in your current city of residence? ;-)
Smart…definitely. Urbane…perhaps. Not the top two words that come to my mind when thinking of Mr. Masson, however *lol*
No fair, Ben. You probably remember more of my college days than I do.
Hey Doug – I check in on your blog every day (something I *don’t* do with the Indianapolis Star). You provide a valuable service; your reportings, commentaries, and interpretations are definitely appreciated and its fun when you are recognized for it.