DRD2001
01-24-2004, 06:41 AM
I'll apologize to anyone who is offended right now, but I just about died when I saw this posted on another board.
Proclaimation...
As some of you may know, John Edward's show got cancelled due to lack of ratings. Well...one very big reason for this is that the syndicated stations carrying it kept alternating times and channels on us, so we never knew when or where to watch. So what do we do? The answer is: whatever you can. Some fans of the show have formed a coalition of sorts to try to save the show. They have a web site up devoted to the cause, as well as an online petition to keep the show on television. One of the proponents for the push to keep Crossing Over from getting crossed out posted the following on a message board. The link to the petition is at the bottom and only takes a couple of minutes to sign online. Here is what she had to say:
"We have it on good authority that John Edward is willing to do another TV show, if the circumstances are right.
We have come to the collective conclusion that a [multi-media] campaign can be effective on many levels. Mainly, to show network executives that there is viable viewership for the show, despite what the most recent season's ratings. We'll also show support and appreciation for John Edward, and we'll be letting him know that we don't let go of him visiting our living rooms on a regular basis that easily!
What's needed right now, is your support, showing major network executives that you want John Edward back on TV!
With that in mind, we've begun to organize on several different levels.
* A new website, www.SaveJohnEdwardTV.com, will provide news, information and updates, and an opportunity for viewers world-wide to join this effort.
* An online petition to show the media and the networks the incredible support and the "will of the people" to have John back on the air. Please see the link at the end of this post and VOTE! Send the link to all your friends who may not be members of this site, so they can sign the petition too.
* We've asked for and obtained verbal commitments from journalists from news and media outlets to give the campaign a mention, and possibly do a story on the campaign.
* We've researched other similar campaigns and are learning what works and what doesn't. For example, visit www.SaveFarScape.com for a highly organized, highly funded campaign to save the SCIFI program "FarScape."
* We have a representative at today's Bridges event [John Edward seminar], handing out flyers with information on the campaign, and how to join.
* We have plans to utilize advertising in TV, radio, and print in major cities. This could be costly, and we're willing to donate our own money towards this, but we'll be asking for donations so we can get the best spots available.
* We'll be asking for volunteers to do a variety of things, such as print and post flyers around their home town, post to other newsgroups and discussion groups, or contact local media to get the word out.
Time is of the essence here, we need to act quickly, and we need be organized in one cohesive unit.
If you have any questions, please do ask. If you have additional ideas or suggestions, bring them on!
First, go SIGN THE PETITION at http://www.petitiononline.com/savejetv/petition.html
Second, send the URL to everyone you know who feels the same about bringing JE back to TV.
Third, sign up for the mailing list at www.SaveJohnEdwardTV.com!"
There are over 900 signatures on the petition already, but we need many more than that. So if you have at all appreciated the message that John Edward brings, add your name. With TV listings full of reality and talk shows where people at their worst is considered entertainment, we need the light that Crossing Over shines. As powerful and uplifting as the show is, we need it more now than ever. Don't let it get put out.
Does this sound familiar? And I find it hilarious that they are referencing THIS campaign, although it is a nice complement to everyone here that they feel the campaign is so well organized. What is also funny is that on the other board, people have been ripping on JE too.
Proclaimation...
As some of you may know, John Edward's show got cancelled due to lack of ratings. Well...one very big reason for this is that the syndicated stations carrying it kept alternating times and channels on us, so we never knew when or where to watch. So what do we do? The answer is: whatever you can. Some fans of the show have formed a coalition of sorts to try to save the show. They have a web site up devoted to the cause, as well as an online petition to keep the show on television. One of the proponents for the push to keep Crossing Over from getting crossed out posted the following on a message board. The link to the petition is at the bottom and only takes a couple of minutes to sign online. Here is what she had to say:
"We have it on good authority that John Edward is willing to do another TV show, if the circumstances are right.
We have come to the collective conclusion that a [multi-media] campaign can be effective on many levels. Mainly, to show network executives that there is viable viewership for the show, despite what the most recent season's ratings. We'll also show support and appreciation for John Edward, and we'll be letting him know that we don't let go of him visiting our living rooms on a regular basis that easily!
What's needed right now, is your support, showing major network executives that you want John Edward back on TV!
With that in mind, we've begun to organize on several different levels.
* A new website, www.SaveJohnEdwardTV.com, will provide news, information and updates, and an opportunity for viewers world-wide to join this effort.
* An online petition to show the media and the networks the incredible support and the "will of the people" to have John back on the air. Please see the link at the end of this post and VOTE! Send the link to all your friends who may not be members of this site, so they can sign the petition too.
* We've asked for and obtained verbal commitments from journalists from news and media outlets to give the campaign a mention, and possibly do a story on the campaign.
* We've researched other similar campaigns and are learning what works and what doesn't. For example, visit www.SaveFarScape.com for a highly organized, highly funded campaign to save the SCIFI program "FarScape."
* We have a representative at today's Bridges event [John Edward seminar], handing out flyers with information on the campaign, and how to join.
* We have plans to utilize advertising in TV, radio, and print in major cities. This could be costly, and we're willing to donate our own money towards this, but we'll be asking for donations so we can get the best spots available.
* We'll be asking for volunteers to do a variety of things, such as print and post flyers around their home town, post to other newsgroups and discussion groups, or contact local media to get the word out.
Time is of the essence here, we need to act quickly, and we need be organized in one cohesive unit.
If you have any questions, please do ask. If you have additional ideas or suggestions, bring them on!
First, go SIGN THE PETITION at http://www.petitiononline.com/savejetv/petition.html
Second, send the URL to everyone you know who feels the same about bringing JE back to TV.
Third, sign up for the mailing list at www.SaveJohnEdwardTV.com!"
There are over 900 signatures on the petition already, but we need many more than that. So if you have at all appreciated the message that John Edward brings, add your name. With TV listings full of reality and talk shows where people at their worst is considered entertainment, we need the light that Crossing Over shines. As powerful and uplifting as the show is, we need it more now than ever. Don't let it get put out.
Does this sound familiar? And I find it hilarious that they are referencing THIS campaign, although it is a nice complement to everyone here that they feel the campaign is so well organized. What is also funny is that on the other board, people have been ripping on JE too.