The American Mind

Things are tough all over. I was unemployed for a month back in November between getting laid off at the bank and landing my new job writing copy for a kids’ website. I was only lucky enough to stumble on this gig because a friend worked here at the time. I hope you find something!

Yeah, I found a perfect time to need a new job. Funny I thought running a major Presidential candidate’s website meant I had some skills and experience people want. Haven’t lucked out yet.

Looks like Wonkette needs some new writers. The current crop of interns can’t seem to remember how to write a sodomy joke to save their lives.

So… why don’t you sign up for the Army? I hear they’re hiring.

Funny I thought running a major Presidential candidate’s website meant I had some skills and experience people want.

It generally helps if the candidate you did that for isn’t a political laughingstock.

Similarly, certain aeronautical engineers had some difficulty getting hired after the Hindenburg disaster. Speaking of things that went down in flames…

[…] This FredHead apparently can’t find a post-Fred’08 job, and he says he’s getting a little desperate at this point: After Fred Thompson ended his Presidential run I thought landing a new job wouldn’t be as hard as it has been. I’ve had some interviews, but they haven’t panned out. I’m blasting out my resume to any openings I’m finding online, but haven’t had any bites. […]

Chet, not that it means anything to you, but I heard from plenty of people in the know that they had no problems with the campaign staffers. They thought we fought the good fight given what we had.

Now, go spout off on things you actually know about.

I second Barry’s suggestion - you could make a direct contribution to America by volunteering to serve in your Nation’s Armed Forces.

From the pic at the top of the page, you look like you are comfortable with firearms. Put those skills to use defending America.

Also, a suggestion - you might not want to show your social security number on a resume posted on the web.

I just looked at your resume and based on that, I understand why you aren’t getting much in the way of offers. For some one who touts themself as a writer, it’s a pretty lame example. I’ve been in the corporate world for enough years now, and from what I saw, it doesn’t surprise me that no one is giving you a second look.

I understand that your money is tight, but you might want to get some professional advice.

Oh, and since I came here via Wonkette… So you’re unemployed in a down economy. Glad to see a clueless conservative take it up the ass by the very people they work for.

Cheers!

Just looked at the properties of the pic I mentioned in my previous post. I see that it wasn’t you, but rather just a flickr image.

Well, never mind about my comments concerning your comfort level with firearms, but my suggestion still stands - it would be inspiring to see a “College Republican” - Vice President, no less, show support for the troops by joining up.

Have heath care?
Maybe you can blog about that.

Chet, not that it means anything to you, but I heard from plenty of people in the know that they had no problems with the campaign staffers.

And I’m sure the Hindenburg had excellent wine service. Regardless, being associated with a disaster is not good for one’s reputation.

They thought we fought the good fight given what we had.

You mean, a presidential candidate as inspiring and compelling as a damp towel? A web presence that looked like something from the Internet Archive, circa 1992? A rented red truck?

Considering all that, yeah, it’s a wonder you all lasted a month before being laughed out of the race.

Chet -

Not meaning to shine the light on your complete lack of historical knowledge, but “A web presence that looked like something from the Internet Archive, circa 1992?” would be difficult to pull off.

Since Andreessen didn’t release the browser until 1994, unless we were running a BBS, you’re a moron.

Your failed candidate Fred Thompson is a rich douchebag. Why don’t you hit him up for some money?

A “major presidential candidate,” my ass. Remind me again how many primaries Fat Freddy won.

Yes, I agree the Army is most likely the best long term career. If that doesn’t work out, the Borders around the corner is hiring, $9 an hour, but no benefits.

Turk, 90% of the time Chet is a moron. A troll to be exact. I figure he might as well spew here instead of going on some violent rampage where ever he lives. I consider what I’m doing a public service.

As for his lack of understanding of the Thompson campaign the red truck saved us going into Iowa and South Carolina. I doubt we could have raised enough money to compete otherwise.

Since Andreessen didn’t release the browser until 1994, unless we were running a BBS, you’re a moron.

You couldn’t use Google? Somebody broke your fingers? Tony Johnson released MidasWWW, the first web browser, in 1992. NCSA Mosaic was also developed in 1992.

As for his lack of understanding of the Thompson campaign the red truck saved us going into Iowa and South Carolina.

You mean, Iowa and South Carolina where you guys completely lost? “Saved”, indeed.

Oh no. The flame war’s about to be based on an argument about whether or not Chet’s browser joke was historically accurate?

NERRRRRRRRRRRDS!

How did you wake Thompson up for speeches? Did it involve a cattle prod?

Sean,

People are mean! There’s no doubt that fred08.com and the FredFiles were bright spots in the campaign. It’s a shame people so enjoy kicking others (both you and Senator Thompson) when they’re down.

I wish you all the best in your job hunt!

Brad

Brad G, I expected nothing less from the Wonkette crowd. They’re not a classy bunch.

Army is still hiring

Hey Bro, I think it is crass that wonkette is saying “shamless” I guess I am shamless too for wanting to feed my family.

Supporting a fine man like Fred is something to be proud of and so often doing the right thing has a price.

I am linking you to my site right now.

Cheers

It seems many other posters have beat me to the punch in saying you should enlist and go to Iraq. We need more people there.

Sean,
You did a fantastic job with Fred Thompson’s website! It was outstanding! I know, because I used it daily.

Ignore the pathetic left-wing jerks who have commented here. They have revealed all we need to know about their approach to life and government. What kind of a person would take delight in the difficulties of someone else? Answer - Pathetic left-wing jerks. For all their talk of compassion, they have none for anyone not of their ilk.

Keep your chin up. The average person takes 3-5 months to find a job. I know it seems like a lifetime to you, but it’s only been two months since Fred ended his campaign. You WILL get a job, and I have a strong feeling it will be a good one! I’m praying for you to that end! God bless you!

Brian, I expected nothing less from Wonkette readers. They reflect the attitudes of the editors quite well.

“Hey Bro, I think it is crass that wonkette is saying “shamless” I guess I am shamless too for wanting to feed my family.”

It’s one thing to want to feed your family; it’s quite another to beg in order to do it. Sean, you’re a Republican; don’t you buy into the idea that you should make things happen for yourself? Instead of looking for a handout, hike up your bootstraps and make something happen, lest you run the risk of making yourself look pathetic.

For all their talk of compassion, they have none for anyone not of their ilk.

I have fairly little compassion indeed for an able-bodied failure who resorts to begging, no. I’m sure there’s plenty of ditches to dig, Sean; your employment “troubles” are simply the manifest result of you holding out for work you’re simply not qualified for.

[…] And for what it’s worth I think a lot of people think I’m the guy in the hunting picture. No. It’s just something I found on Flickr. […]

[…] The designer of his website -Fred08.com- has been forced to abandon his conservative principles & beg for employment on his blog: “After Fred Thompson ended his Presidential run I thought landing a new job wouldn’t be as hard as it has been. I’ve had some interviews, but they haven’t panned out. I’m blasting out my resume to any openings I’m finding online, but haven’t had any bites… If you know of any leads let me know and pass my resume along. If you could I would really appreciate a link from your weblog. Getting more people knowing I’m available for hire would really help.” […]

[…] Jay Solo is in deeper financial straights than me. An ad buy or a donation would be nice, but any job leads would be ideal. […]

I’m one who rarely agrees with you yet I wish you well on your job hunt. That being said, your resume could use an overhall. Seek the advice of friends in the corporate world.

No offense, but your resume is the type that screeners typically pass over.