Poster of the Year Nominations -- Start Nominating

[sipi]

Is it still time for nominations?

If yes, I would like to nominate Sipi......for having a beautiful wife.

Lol. Thanks TP but I bow out.

You are now our 32nd nomination.

[Ron19]

I suppose Ron19 over in the Photography Forum deserves to be on the list with 41540 LIKES. He doesn’t say much but he sure posts lots of pictures.

Deaf Mute.

[bangkokjulia]

Sipi, as you know, I nominated your goodself. Seeing as though you are the poll meister, does that mean I am entitled to another nomination?

[Fabricus]

POTY 2015 Updates: December 11

1. Operation Prune: A Quota System

On behalf of the Select Committee I propose the introduction of a quota system as follows:

1.1. A minimum of four (4) LGBT candidates be selected. Since neither the Select Committee nor I have the expertise needed to manage this aspect of Operation Prune, I appoint Mr JT as Senior LGBT Consultant. I would also like to suggest Mr JT takes on the role of LGBT Marketing Manager. I encourage him to promote POTY 2015 in the appropriate sub-forums.

1.2. A minimum of two (2) women be selected. As desirable as it would be to have more, I fear that two (2) is likely to be the most we will get. Furthermore, I recommend that NancyL be granted candidacy prior to Operation Prune.

1.3. The WASP issue. I consider that past contests were excessively WASP-dominated. Very many former candidates were white, heterosexual men aged forty or over. Of these, a disproportionate number were middle class and/or college educated. I propose placing a cap on the number of WASP candidates. For the time being I suggest no more than ten (10) heterosexual white men over the age of forty five (45) be selected.

1.4. A minimum of two (2) non-whites. For the sake of simplicity I propose distinguishing only between whites and non-whites. This category could include Australian Aborigines, Australians of aboriginal descent, Native and African Americans, Hispanics and Asians.

1.5. A minimum of two (2) non-Christians. For the sake of simplicity I propose distinguishing only between Christians (Catholics and Protestants, for example) and non-Christians. This category could include Muslims, Buddhists and Jews.

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I believe this proposed quota system will steer the contest away from the WASP-dominated affairs we have seen in the past; I believe too I have laid the foundations for a model which will engender greater transparency and fairness.

Feel free to comment.

Edited December 11, 2015 by Fabricus

[TP1]

Sipi, as you know, I nominated your goodself. Seeing as though you are the poll meister, does that mean I am entitled to another nomination?

Sipi is the best Poll master.

Everybody should appreciate his efforts......not like some others.......big mouth and no action.

As Sipi rejected my nomination, I would like to nominate bangkokjulia.....for being blond...........and a very good poster

[bangkokjulia]

Well thanks, TP1-I am hardly a very good poster. Btw-what makes you think I am blonde?

[sipi]

Sipi, as you know, I nominated your goodself. Seeing as though you are the poll meister, does that mean I am entitled to another nomination?

Sipi is merely the score keeper Dear.

You can nominate as many as you like.

[bangkokjulia]

Decisions, decisions, decisions!

[BookMan]

For the time being I suggest no more than ten (10) heterosexual white men over the age of forty five (45) be selected.

97.4% of forum members have to fit into those ten nominations?

[sipi]

Decisions, decisions, decisions!

Congrats, you are #33 and automatically through to the finals.

[TP1]

Well thanks, TP1-I am hardly a very good poster. Btw-what makes you think I am blonde?

You said it......did you lie?..........I'm not going to look for your post now........

May be I'm a newbie, but I do read previous posts on TVF.

And I still stand on my opinion that you are a very good and sensible poster.

[sipi]

I don't eat breakfast, even a free one.......... .......

You can share it with the 39 runner ups.

[sipi]

POTY 2015 Updates: December 11

1. Operation Prune: A Quota System

On behalf of the Select Committee I propose the introduction of a quota system as follows:

1.1. A minimum of four (4) LGBT candidates be selected. Since neither the Select Committee nor I have the expertise needed to manage this aspect of Operation Prune, I appoint Mr JT as Senior LGBT Consultant. I would also like to suggest Mr JT takes on the role of LGBT Marketing Manager. I encourage him to promote POTY 2015 in the appropriate sub-forums.

1.2. A minimum of two (2) women be selected. As desirable as it would be to have more, I fear that two (2) is likely to be the most we will get. Furthermore, I recommend that NancyL be granted candidacy prior to Operation Prune.

1.3. The WASP issue. I consider that past contests were excessively WASP-dominated. Very many former candidates were white, heterosexual men aged forty or over. Of these, a disproportionate number were middle class and/or college educated. I propose placing a cap on the number of WASP candidates. For the time being I suggest no more than ten (10) heterosexual white men over the age of forty five (45) be selected.

1.4. A minimum of two (2) non-whites. For the sake of simplicity I propose distinguishing only between whites and non-whites. This category could include Australian Aborigines, Australians of aboriginal descent, Native and African Americans, Hispanics and Asians.

1.5. A minimum of two (2) non-Christians. For the sake of simplicity I propose distinguishing only between Christians (Catholics and Protestants, for example) and non-Christians. This category could include Muslims, Buddhists and Jews.

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I believe this proposed quota system will steer the contest away from the WASP-dominated affairs we have seen in the past; I believe too I have laid the foundations for a model which will engender greater transparency and fairness.

Feel free to comment.

So where are we falling short OP?

Other than the two ladies, two non-whites and less than 30 hetrosexual men over 45. Can we assume we already have two non-Christians?

[Gecko123]

Here are some thread statistics which some will find incredibly boring, others will find mildly interesting, and some will probably want to wring my neck for pointing out.

As of 3:20 PM 12/11/15, post #286:

286 total posts

- 8 posts from moderators

= 278 net posts

40 members (excluding moderators) posted.

6 posters contributed 178 (64%) of the posts.

12 posters contributed 218 (79%) of the posts.

This does raise the question whether a minimum number of votes is needed to validate this election? I note that for the 2014 Poster of the Year election only 629 votes in total were cast. I think everyone will agree that there was a relatively higher level of enthusiasm and interest in last year's election than appears to be the case so far this year. What will happen if only 50 people vote this year, and the winner receives 26 votes? Will that person still be crowned Poster of the Year?

[SoiBiker]

You're suggesting they won't possess a sufficient mandate to justify such an important position?

[sipi]

Here are some thread statistics which some will find incredibly boring, others will find mildly interesting, and some will probably want to wring my neck for pointing out.

As of 3:20 PM 12/11/15, post #286:

286 total posts

- 8 posts from moderators

= 278 net posts

40 members (excluding moderators) posted.

6 posters contributed 178 (64%) of the posts.

12 posters contributed 218 (79%) of the posts.

This does raise the question whether a minimum number of votes is needed to validate this election? I note that for the 2014 Poster of the Year election only 629 votes in total were cast. I think everyone will agree that there was a relatively higher level of enthusiasm and interest in last year's election than appears to be the case so far this year. What will happen if only 50 people vote this year, and the winner receives 26 votes? Will that person still be crowned Poster of the Year?

Hi Gecko. I guess someone with one vote wins if the others get none. Voting is voluntary, as is posting, as is turning on ones computer.

Up to everyone how or if they want to contribute. As I said earlier, I don't care but right now I have some time on my hands to help out.

[Supaluke]

sipi, just had a look at your list, does it omit StreetCowboy in error?

I'm sure he has been nominated.

Also, a not to Mr 36 Khun 36, smokie by any other name, can we sneek him in, kicking and screaming down the aisle?

Others have expressed strong support.

[Supaluke]

Since we are looking outside the usual demographics, is it possible that someone like Patsycat?

Witty and a woman (from all accounts), what more could you ask for in a candidate?

[sipi]

sipi, just had a look at your list, does it omit StreetCowboy in error?

I'm sure he has been nominated.

Also, a not to Mr 36 Khun 36, smokie by any other name, can we sneek him in, kicking and screaming down the aisle?

Others have expressed strong support.

SC nominated by Fabs. Sorry for abbreviating. Ok Patsy is in.

[sipi]

Since we are looking outside the usual demographics, is it possible that someone like Patsycat?

Witty and a woman (from all accounts), what more could you ask for in a candidate?

Hey Luke, you can nominate whoever you like. There is no gatekeeper.

[sipi]

sipi, just had a look at your list, does it omit StreetCowboy in error?

I'm sure he has been nominated.

Also, a not to Mr 36 Khun 36, smokie by any other name, can we sneek him in, kicking and screaming down the aisle?

Others have expressed strong support.

Smokie has been nominated and has opted out. Along with a few more of us.

[Fabricus]

Here are some thread statistics which some will find incredibly boring, others will find mildly interesting, and some will probably want to wring my neck for pointing out.

As of 3:20 PM 12/11/15, post #286:

286 total posts

- 8 posts from moderators

= 278 net posts

40 members (excluding moderators) posted.

6 posters contributed 178 (64%) of the posts.

12 posters contributed 218 (79%) of the posts.

This does raise the question whether a minimum number of votes is needed to validate this election? I note that for the 2014 Poster of the Year election only 629 votes in total were cast. I think everyone will agree that there was a relatively higher level of enthusiasm and interest in last year's election than appears to be the case so far this year. What will happen if only 50 people vote this year, and the winner receives 26 votes? Will that person still be crowned Poster of the Year?

Interesting analysis, but thus far there has not been an election, nor have any votes been cast.

You're correct in saying that 629 votes were cast last year, but I'm not sure if multiple counting occurs when a member retracts his/her vote in order to vote for someone else. Perhaps someone could clarify this.

This year's contest MAY NOT attract as much attention as last year's since it'll probably he hosted in the FARANG PUB rather than the GENERAL TOPICS section. My logic here is that it is not Thailand-related and, quite frankly, warrants no serious interest. It's just harmless nonsense.

These points noted -- allow me to appoint you Official POTY 2015 Statistician. Welcome to my "Dream Team" (formerly known as the Select Committee)!

[StreetCowboy]

sipi, just had a look at your list, does it omit StreetCowboy in error?

I'm sure he has been nominated.

Also, a not to Mr 36 Khun 36, smokie by any other name, can we sneek him in, kicking and screaming down the aisle?

Others have expressed strong support.

Smokie has been nominated and has opted out. Along with a few more of us.

Can you imagine if Joan of Arc had opted out? Or Moses?

"Oi! Moses! I've got a job fer ye"

"No' interested, boss. That's no' ma scene, man"

"You're mission, Jim, should you choose to accept it..."

"Nah, I'm busy"

Save the modesty for the acceptance speech

SC

[fireplay]

I stopped reading after page 7...and jumped to the current page 30...I nominate puukao....has anyone mentioned him yet? Irreverant...mockery...always some fantastic over the top exagerated comment...but IMHO biting sarcasm with relentless wit and keen observation. Puukao...you are da man...I love it when you post...self deprecating but can be touching and sincere...randomly...to puukao! King of the weirdest!

[sipi]

sipi, just had a look at your list, does it omit StreetCowboy in error?

I'm sure he has been nominated.

Also, a not to Mr 36 Khun 36, smokie by any other name, can we sneek him in, kicking and screaming down the aisle?

Others have expressed strong support.

Smokie has been nominated and has opted out. Along with a few more of us.

Can you imagine if Joan of Arc had opted out? Or Moses?

"Oi! Moses! I've got a job fer ye"

"No' interested, boss. That's no' ma scene, man"

"You're mission, Jim, should you choose to accept it..."

"Nah, I'm busy"

Save the modesty for the acceptance speech

SC

It is called making a choice.

"Would you like a cup of tea?"

"No thank you".

[sipi]

I stopped reading after page 7...and jumped to the current page 30...I nominate puukao....has anyone mentioned him yet? Irreverant...mockery...always some fantastic over the top exagerated comment...but IMHO biting sarcasm with relentless wit and keen observation. Puukao...you are da man...I love it when you post...self deprecating but can be touching and sincere...randomly...to puukao! King of the weirdest!

You didn't miss much.

Puukao is in, thanks.

[SoiBiker]

Perhaps we should just have a best troll category.

[BookMan]

sipi, just had a look at your list, does it omit StreetCowboy in error?

I'm sure he has been nominated.

Also, a not to Mr 36 Khun 36, smokie by any other name, can we sneek him in, kicking and screaming down the aisle?

Others have expressed strong support.

Smokie has been nominated and has opted out. Along with a few more of us.

Can you imagine if Joan of Arc had opted out? Or Moses?

"Oi! Moses! I've got a job fer ye"

"No' interested, boss. That's no' ma scene, man"

"You're mission, Jim, should you choose to accept it..."

"Nah, I'm busy"

Save the modesty for the acceptance speech

SC

It is called making a choice.

"Would you like a cup of tea?"

"No thank you".

It is called making a choice.

"Would you like a cup of tea?"

"No thank you".

"It comes with chocolate biscuits

"ohhh..well maybe then"

[pgrahmm]

Perhaps we should just have a best troll category.

Naah - it'd just be a one bicycle race .......

[StreetCowboy]

...

Smokie has been nominated and has opted out. Along with a few more of us.

Can you imagine if Joan of Arc had opted out? Or Moses?

"Oi! Moses! I've got a job fer ye"

"No' interested, boss. That's no' ma scene, man"

"You're mission, Jim, should you choose to accept it..."

"Nah, I'm busy"

Save the modesty for the acceptance speech

SC

It is called making a choice.

"Would you like a cup of tea?"

"No thank you".

It is called making a choice.

"Would you like a cup of tea?"

"No thank you".

"It comes with chocolate biscuits

"ohhh..well maybe then"

I think people should be free to nominate and vote for whomever they choose, regardless of other people's opinions.

If someone does not want to be Poster Of The Year, they should've thought of that before December, and made sure that they weren't.

Whether they choose to abuse the honour of the award for their own benefit or not is their choice; they could even choose to decline the all-expenses-paid awards ceremony; that is their choice, but I don't think they should have a right to limit the voting choices of other members

SC