File puptcrit/puptcrit.1001, message 482


Date: Fri, 29 Jan 2010 08:18:52 -0500
From: Hobey Ford <hobeyone-AT-gmail.com>
To: puptcrit-AT-puptcrit.org
Subject: Re: [Puptcrit] You can't leave politics out of history and have a


I stopped wondering why there are two different organizations a long time
ago.   It used to perplex me.  Now I am just greatful that people take the
responsibility to keep them going.  These board members and volunteers
sacrifice a lot in doing so.  There will always be an odd ball or two who
want to become the supreme leader of puppetry and create their own dynasty.
This is so puzzling to me as to why this type of person would choose
puppetry as their dynasty, why not just run for mayor or city council.

I admire what Vince Anthony has done for UNIMA-USA and what the organization
offers.  Housed at the Center in Atlanta  it has a great staff and resources
to make things happen.  We are fortunate to have this resource.  As for P of
A  its focus on festivals around the country and its dispersed nature is a
strength as well.  The Puppetry Journal does play to a broader range from
beginner to professional.  One might also ask why we have PuppetFest Midwest
when P of A offers festivals.  The diversity of these organizations is a
strength to our field.  It gives people choices.   These organizations will
always need to evolve.

Reason has thus far prevailed.  As I find myself too busy to run for a board
position, I  can vote but after that I have to accept what happens either
way.  I do keep my memberships up to date.  If anyone doubts the effort it
takes to run these organizations or festivals try volunteering sometime and
you will wonder how it all keeps going.  My hats off to those who serve
these organizations.  And to anyone who would like to become supreme leader
of puppetry, the pay isn't that great and you will lose friends.
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