Who reads their email the most Classically?

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From: Douglas Quebbeman <dhquebbeman_at_theestopinalgroup.com>
Date: Thu Aug 16 11:22:03 2001

> I am of the school of thought that figures the only reason for quoting
> previous content is to provide context so the new message will make
> sense. Following this reasoning, the context should be established
> first. HOWEVER, it is very important to trim the quote so that it
> only provides enough context and doesn't go overboard and turn into
> spam. Ever seen the TV program "The West Wing"? They start most
> programs with a short "previously on The West Wing..."-bit. It comes
> first (so the following program will make sense) and it is shorter
> than the new program (even though it covers more territory--the idea
> is that it be the new stuff that is important).

I hate to be such a ditto-head, but... what Kent said.

-dq
Received on Thu Aug 16 2001 - 11:22:03 BST

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