In The News 24 November 2009

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery

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Charles Colton once said "Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery."
He was probably right.

And we really do not mind being imitated. In fact, we humbly accept their high praise and adulation of our past efforts. All things considered, their lack of originality is not at all surprising.

And as a local public official told us recently (in open session of a public meeting, no less), thanks for giving us another free Web site. You're welcome! But as long as we're around, they're still second best.[[In-content Ad]]

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