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As an aside…
Tuesday, Nov 1, 2022 - Posted by Rich Miller * I told Isabel today that I am just so pleased with the way things are going since she started working with me. She thrives on the pace. She works hard, finishes tasks promptly, listens attentively and has good ideas and input. She’s picked up a lot of things quickly. She’s taken a large load off of my back and my hope is she can also start contributing to the subscriber section soon. I knew going in that Isabel was smart, funny and a real treat to hang out with. Yes, I’m biased because she’s also my niece, but I’ve heard that working with family can be tricky. That hasn’t been the case here. Her dad, my brother Devin, teaches at a college part-time, so he’s helped me with the teaching aspect of this experience. It’s truly worked out well. Anyway, I just wanted to take a few moments to publicly acknowledge Isabel’s contribution and her value and to allow y’all to chime in if you want. She says she loves working here, and that really makes me happy and appreciative. Carry on.
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- SubRosa - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:32 pm:
Hear, hear!
- Anon E Moose - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:35 pm:
Great job Isabel!!
- Leslie K - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:36 pm:
So very glad that its been working well behind the scenes for you both, because she has been a great addition. Keep up the fantastic work!
- dwd - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:36 pm:
2 millers for the price of 1. Great aquisition rich.
- ;) - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:36 pm:
I’ve enjoyed following along with her contributions. Thanks for your hard work and effort, Isabel - it helps a lot of us and makes the day enjoyable. Hopefully this is something you continue to be passionate about.
- Roadiepig - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:37 pm:
Isabel- you have been a great addition to Cap Fax, and your attention to getting the facts and numbers correct has been noticed. Wish you nothing but sucess in your journalistic future
- Chambananon - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:38 pm:
Isabel has been a fantastic addition—wouldn’t be surprised at all if she were to eventually be the dynastic successor for the title of “Chief-of-Blog.”
Keep up the good work, Isabel!
- Nobody - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:40 pm:
Great job Isabel, true professional.
- don the legend - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:40 pm:
Work smarter not harder. A rule you have followed well.
- Flapdoodle - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:40 pm:
Well done, Isabel.
Well said, Rich.
- The Opinions Bureau - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:40 pm:
Rich is much less cranky than one might expect in an election season as nutty as this one. Gotta figure a good chunk of that is thanks to Isabel’s excellent work!
- Honeybear - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:42 pm:
I noticed her name this morning. How great is that for you…exclamation point.
- Oswego Willy - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:42 pm:
Isabel’s addition has enhanced the entire Capitol Fax experience.
The morning and afternoon “stuff”, trying to keep up has been almost impossible, in the best way possible.
The level of writing too, when Isabel writes to her posts, she hits all the marks you’d expect from a post on this blog.
It’s been a real treat for us who read here too, Rich. Isabel is Aces, her work is restaurant quality.
- Give Me A Break - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:47 pm:
Way to go Isabel, not only are you doing a great job, you survived Gov’s Day at the State Fair.
- illini - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:51 pm:
Isabel has demonstrated that she has a talent for this site. I don’t know who deserves more credit - she as a very capable student or you as an exceptional teacher. Probably both.
- Rich Miller - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:54 pm:
===Rich is much less cranky than one might expect===
True.
- Buford - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:57 pm:
Isabel has been a great addition to CapFax, well done!
- Grandson of Man - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:01 pm:
Thank you Isabel and great work.
- City Guy - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:03 pm:
Selecting articles to summarize is a lot more difficult than people think. You did a great job curating interesting and relevant articles.
- Bourbon Street - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:03 pm:
Great job, Isabel. I hope your boss gives you some well-deserved time off after the election.
- Weary - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:04 pm:
Great job Isabel! Appreciate what you do to keep the rest of us informed!
- Occasionally Moderated - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:05 pm:
I have been impressed with Isabell’s very professional work!
- Vote Quimby - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:08 pm:
I’m glad Isabel enjoys the work, as we obviously value and enjoy her contribution to CapFax. Plus I hope it gives Rich more time with Oscar … or at least after the election.
- Day Late - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:09 pm:
I love reading Isabelle’s posts! It’s nice to have another perspective. And, it’s really great you gave her the opportunity and publicly acknowledged her!
- Amalia - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:15 pm:
nice kudos from Rich. and nice work Isabel. you are truly functioning as a journalist who puts facts and evidence first and who works very hard. so many of your age right now seem to skip the facts and evidence part of work…which they learned in J school…. and go right to some agenda story. (to be fair, some J schools seem agenda driven.) you are developing a great body of work from jump. thank you (banned punctuation)
- Cubs in '16 - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:16 pm:
This blog is one of the few places I can rely on for unbiased news. I truly appreciate the work both of you do and it’s great to see the next generation aspire to provide facts as opposed to editorials.
- Suburban Operative - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:17 pm:
Welcome to the bloodsport world of politics, you’ll do great Isabelle!
- Mr. Middle Ground - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:17 pm:
Good job Isabel. I’m impressed with your work and am looking forward to your continued success.
- Politix - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:23 pm:
Yeah, Isabel!
- ANNON'IN - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:28 pm:
Job well done. Hopefully she her won keys to the boat or the FL condo
- Langhorne - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:31 pm:
Congratulations, Isabel. Well deserved kudos.
Working around the legislature is a unique experience. Most people get out in the first three years or less. Those who stayhave grown to love it.
You know you are a lifer, when you refer to the general assembly as, “the institution “.
- JoanP - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:34 pm:
I really like her work; I especially appreciate “Morning Stuff”. She does well, and I hope to see her byline more often.
- Langhorne - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:34 pm:
Job well done, Isabel.
Working around the legislature is a unique experience. Most people get out in the first three years or less. Those who stayhave grown to love it. In 37 years, My favorite part of the experience was working with newbies.
You know you are a lifer, when you refer to the general assembly as, “the institution “.
- Langhorne - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:35 pm:
Apologize for the duplication. I mistakenly thought the first comment was rejected.
- Bruce( no not him) - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:37 pm:
The only Miller that Rich doesn’t have to post “No Relation”
She’s doing a great job.
- lowdrag - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:45 pm:
Outstanding!!!
- danray - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:51 pm:
Isabel has been an excellent addition to Cap Fax. You can tell that she’s wired in and ready to provide great content. Kudos to both Rich and Isabel. 2 thumbs up.
- Suburban Mom - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:57 pm:
I definitely have been enjoying your work.
- Rudy’s teeth - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:58 pm:
Enjoy reading your work. Am a fan of the written word but not podcasts or video reports in lieu of reading content.
Of course, we all enjoy the captions and video spots on Cap Fax. Your contributions and insight are great reads.
- regular democrat - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 5:01 pm:
She great fast learner. How can she miss when you are teaching her the ropes. Maybe she the heir apparent some day.
- FormerParatrooper - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 5:02 pm:
Often I double check who wrote the article and I do not see any change in the quality of the information.
Great work, Isabel, you have a bright future.
It was noted Rich has been less grouchy during this election cycle. I have not seen him tell anyone to “bite me” in a long time. I kinda miss that.
- Rich Miller - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 5:04 pm:
===I have not seen him tell anyone to “bite me” in a long time.===
Sept. 23 https://capitolfax.com/2022/09/23/more-say-safe-t-act-changes-are-coming-in-veto-session/#comment-13566576
- Just a Citizen - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 5:18 pm:
So very proud of you Isabel. You are doing a terrific job.
- 47th Ward - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 5:19 pm:
Glad you’re with us Isabel. Remember though: if your uncle says he loves you, check it out.
And if he really does love you, then ask for stock options. Someday I look forward to reading your blog every day.
- Anonymous - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 5:30 pm:
===I have not seen him tell anyone to “bite me” in a long time.=== Sept. 23
Over a month. Great progress.
Thanks to Isabel and her fantastic work.
- The Way I See It - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 5:47 pm:
Three cheers for Isabel!
- jackmac - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 5:59 pm:
Glad to hear that’s work out. She’s really sharp!
- Lurker - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 6:14 pm:
Our favorite game in the office has become, one person reads the title of the article and then we guess if it was Isabel or Rich. Try it. Fun.
- Rabid - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 6:50 pm:
Love hearing from a gen z prospective
- SpiDem - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 7:00 pm:
Isabel rocks!
- Anyone Remember - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 7:05 pm:
Rachel is Rich … lacking only Oscar.
- Anyone Remember - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 7:06 pm:
Isabel - sorry - have nieces with both names.
- clec dcn - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 7:32 pm:
Isabel, I say you have done well and I applaud you!
- froganon - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 8:48 pm:
Hats off to both Isabel and Rich. Two perspectives makes Cap
Fax even better. You are both the joy of my mornings.
- Scott Fawell's Cellmate - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 10:17 pm:
Isabel, it’s obvious from your writing that you “get” CapFax and the community that Rich has built here.
I look forward to you choosing music to play us out that was recorded after 1995. /S
- Diver Down - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 10:35 pm:
Welcome and thank you, Isabel!
Rich, perhaps a Jimmy Hendix “Izabella” is in order on the Friday play-out??
- Barton Lorimor - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 10:45 pm:
“Capitol Fax” and “Miller” are synonyms. I look forward to seeing your bylines every day. The story the other day about your traveling together made me smile. Be well, friends! Only 7 more days!
- Lynn S. - Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 10:49 pm:
You’re doing fantastic work, Isabel (banned punctuation).
Perhaps the highest compliment I could give you is that I frequently cannot tell the difference between your writing and your uncle’s, unless I check the byline.
I hope that you’re enjoying your time with us (banned punctuation).