tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post4653117586401086686..comments2024-02-14T11:00:03.180-05:00Comments on Tom McLaughlin: Pounding The Keys AgainTom McLaughlinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07691546351143209227noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-24648413395240128372013-07-28T14:59:15.863-04:002013-07-28T14:59:15.863-04:00If you don't know Tom don't pretend to. H...If you don't know Tom don't pretend to. He's more of a straight shooter then all of you who disapprove. Get more knowledge of the facts before you pretend to know more then he does.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00113115782689656611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-26353866443564580422013-07-28T12:09:51.355-04:002013-07-28T12:09:51.355-04:00Thanks for the feedback, Gary. We agree about Obam...Thanks for the feedback, Gary. We agree about Obama at least. There are some former students who say I was a bad teacher. They are, however, a small minority of the approximately 3500 students I taught over my career. Some complained that I was a hard-ass. None ever said I was a wuss.<br /><br />One chapter in the book concerns the school board, which, after several letters of complaint from liberal parents and community members, ordered the superintendent to investigate me formally.<br /><br />He did, and reported to the board after. He had interviewed present and former principals, present and former staff members who had worked in my classroom, and former students. The majority said I was a superior teacher. Most of the students told him I was their favorite teacher.<br /><br />One of the community members who complained to the board was afraid for her son in the younger grades who would be in my class in two years. He eventually did and after the year was out, she wrote a followup letter to the board to say that I was her son's favorite teacher as well.<br /><br />All my evaluations by principals over the years were sterling and I have hundreds of emails and letters from former students who tell me years later what a positive impact I had on them.<br /><br />It's one of the rewards of spending most of my career in one community where I still live.Tom McLaughlinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07691546351143209227noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-9269167690814294962013-07-28T11:04:31.000-04:002013-07-28T11:04:31.000-04:00Let me get this straight. So you are writing a bo...Let me get this straight. So you are writing a book about how so many people claimed your were a bad teacher, BUT....they only thought this because of your politics. Yep, that must have been it....it couldn't possibly have something to do with bad teaching.<br /><br />That is like claiming that people that do not like Obama only because of his color. It couldn't possibly have something to do with his presidential skills, or lack thereof.<br /><br />How pathetic to have to cling to the "woe is me, I'm a victim" card in order to rile up support for your book.<br /><br />man up.Garynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-8162812763117129742013-07-22T12:57:03.923-04:002013-07-22T12:57:03.923-04:00Okay Sami. So why are you here?Okay Sami. So why are you here?Tom McLaughlinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07691546351143209227noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-19412243516805917342013-07-22T08:26:37.089-04:002013-07-22T08:26:37.089-04:00Wow, snappy comeback, Tom. No, I don't work f...Wow, snappy comeback, Tom. No, I don't work for the IRS. I am just a long time reader of As Maine Goes and your column, a viewer of FOX news and a listener of Rush. You see, many liberals, unlike conservatives, explore issues and opinions from both sides and see that everything is not as black and white as your teeny little mind perceives them to be. If there were calls for your dismissal as a public school teacher, I'm sure they were well-warranted. Buttercup hit the nail on the head, "your book sounds like one long epic boo hoo". And, if your column is any indication, it will be quite boring as well.Sami Gaynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-42815584518411763222013-07-21T11:52:03.714-04:002013-07-21T11:52:03.714-04:00I disagree with many of views. That said, that...I disagree with many of views. That said, that's why I think it's important that people like yourself be teachers in the public education system. It can only truly be effective if all viewpoints/opinions are represented. I don't think that is necessarily the case in todays public schools.<br /><br />I believe the best learning comes when confronted with opinions different than ones own. <br /><br />Best of luck with your book.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-24722989621049076692013-07-20T17:33:21.947-04:002013-07-20T17:33:21.947-04:00Do you two work at the IRS?Do you two work at the IRS?Tom McLaughlinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07691546351143209227noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-86642901990625575092013-07-20T14:11:13.796-04:002013-07-20T14:11:13.796-04:00The right is always quick to accuse others of cryi...The right is always quick to accuse others of crying victimhood. Your book sounds like one long epic boo hoo. buttercupnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-19464949643795906412013-07-20T09:21:14.621-04:002013-07-20T09:21:14.621-04:00John Frary said...
"A complete, factual ...John Frary said...<br /><br /> "A complete, factual record of liberal intolerance of dissent will be a valuable historical contribution".<br /><br />John and Tom are two delusional and self-aggrandizing peas in a pod and legends in their own tiny minds.Sami Gaynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-51469148210380123082013-07-19T21:07:15.911-04:002013-07-19T21:07:15.911-04:00Also very proud of you - Brother. Good thing we h...Also very proud of you - Brother. Good thing we have a large family to support each other. <br />KathyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-13921654191033537222013-07-19T05:26:52.542-04:002013-07-19T05:26:52.542-04:00A complete, factual record of liberal intolerance ...A complete, factual record of liberal intolerance of dissent will be a valuable historical contribution. I ran into this myself, but it never became a real threat. In fact I had more words of support from liberal colleagues in my public controversies, but is was always private and muted. It may be that the major victims of liberal intolerance may be the liberal teachers and professors who are afraid of the militants in their own herd.John Fraryhttp://fraryhomecompanion.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-66320663878812641562013-07-19T00:51:42.666-04:002013-07-19T00:51:42.666-04:00Proud of you Dad. Proud of you Dad. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01023283497939314590noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-58209248265778526522013-07-18T08:09:36.469-04:002013-07-18T08:09:36.469-04:00As a conservative teacher, I would love to have a ...As a conservative teacher, I would love to have a copy of your book as well.<br /><br />I have tried to represent the least represented side in any classroom discussion. I hope that not one of my students could tell you where I personally stand on issues, that has been my goal anyway.<br /><br />Good luck and let me know when it's published. I'll be buying it.Lorinoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-50188689088654642372013-07-17T19:44:26.527-04:002013-07-17T19:44:26.527-04:00Good luck with the book Tom. Good luck with the book Tom. William Rombolahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15148745398217740512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-43293577525785802102013-07-17T18:03:45.481-04:002013-07-17T18:03:45.481-04:00Good luck with it. Good luck with it. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-52715206499150740062013-07-17T13:37:56.253-04:002013-07-17T13:37:56.253-04:00Me too! Please add me to the list of appreciative...Me too! Please add me to the list of appreciative readers who are lining up for a signed copy of your book...there's nothing like critical thinking to keep Alzheimer's disease at bay.Texas Transplantnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-13962739313618311752013-07-17T11:26:14.809-04:002013-07-17T11:26:14.809-04:00The book sounds like a winner , Tom . I'll loo...The book sounds like a winner , Tom . I'll look forward to picking up a copy at Bridgton Books .JDnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-49154267830088652292013-07-17T10:39:07.836-04:002013-07-17T10:39:07.836-04:00Am happy to prepay for a signed copy, as well... c...Am happy to prepay for a signed copy, as well... can you put me on a list? geoff@geoffdiehl.com. THANKSAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11671668820514488556noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-90979893287184808112013-07-17T10:01:47.577-04:002013-07-17T10:01:47.577-04:00Thanks Tom.Thanks Tom.Tom McLaughlinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07691546351143209227noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-35847647597543563322013-07-17T08:59:14.533-04:002013-07-17T08:59:14.533-04:00I'd like to put in an order for a signed copy ...I'd like to put in an order for a signed copy of your book, Tom. My 4 children have been taught by you at MOMS. Since your class, all have taken interest in current affairs and politics. I thank you for giving the gift of education and for sparking their interest in these areas. Instead of a "Nothing." response, you were the talk at our dinner table many nights when I asked, "What happened at school today?" I know you taught all sides of a story based on responses from questions I asked my children - not something most people, particularily teachers, do. You have also been the topic of many unsolicited conversations in the community that I've participated in as well. A few of my left-leaning friends - whom I respect - who also had children in your class have admitted that you fairly cover (controversial, multi-sided) topics. I offer these comments to those who have publicly criticized your ability to teach over the years. Their opinions are not based in fact but rather emotions. Keep up the good work - Tom Down The StreetAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20524196.post-17391977344991492822013-07-17T08:35:16.318-04:002013-07-17T08:35:16.318-04:00Mr. McLaughlin - your book should be a very intere...Mr. McLaughlin - your book should be a very interesting one! Considering who your enemies are, there should be informative and insightful reading. Thank you for your articles, and your showing the "face of the enemy" with whom you deal frequently.<br />Keep up the good fight for Conservative values.Showboathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17531568490757295337noreply@blogger.com