The Ego Page

In the fall of 1992, The Liberator began as an underground paper run out of Alex McMahon's den. 12 issues and an Omnibus later, the Liberator Supreme Command Council salutes itself. Enjoy the ensuing ego glorification!

Jim Norton

Alex on Jim: Where would we be without the head honcho James? The human cornerstone of the publication, Jim raised the Liberator up from grungy obscurity and made it the literary standard it is today. Jim's Jehovah's Witness-like fanaticism to the paper has brought us the Liberator's high circulation, slick appearance, and quality content. It's really too bad I had to kill him in order to attain editorship.

Nick on Jim: Jim is no less than the duct tape that holds The Liberator together. His consistent dedication to the paper is really quite unique seeing as how he doesn't get any money out of it. He likes happy bouncy music, but I don't hold it against him. I have a great deal of respect for Jim and concider him not only a good friend, but living proof that drinking ridiculous amounts of coffee can stunt your growth.

Jon on Jim: Jim Norton. A name that strikes fear in the hearts of men and causes women to swoon with delight. Jim s concrete world-approach keeps the rest of us grounded. Jim's mechanized processes keep this paper running, getting issues out on time, every time. He's a wonderful match in intelligence and emotion. I've been through a lot with Jim, our friendship has been sustained though business with The Liberator, relationship, umm, "conflicts", and some of the more insightful and reflective conversations I've ever had. If I had my way, Jim would not only be EIC of The Liberator, but be EIC of The World.

Clockwise from upper left: Jim, Alex, Jon, Nick.

Alex McMahon

Jim on Alex: What the hell would the Liberator be without its kickass front-page satire story? Alex's genius-level writing is one of the driving forces that's kept this Liberator thing going, and it's been his contributions to our front page, his fund-raising efforts, and his spiritual guidance that have kept us afloat. Alex founded the Liberator, and he's going to be at the helm for the 1994-1995 school year; I think the Liberator would be hard-pressed to do better for an Editor-In-Chief. Alex's vision and brilliant writing have graced the Liberator for 12 issues and an Omnibus. For all his hard work as a writer and Liberator Councilman, Alex deserves nothing less than a hearty mug of ale and a million dollars, tax free. Alex's writing and spiritual guidance no doubt make up one of the top three reasons the Liberator's been able to rise above its competition to make them look silly. Alex's friendship has made this whole thing worthwhile and as much fun as it has been. I salute you, Alex, and wish you best of luck!

Nick on Alex: Alex is not your garden variety terrestrial. He has written some of the funniest material for The Liberator, and will make a fine Editor-In-Chief next year, if he feels like it. Alex is the original entropist. He won't do anything not worth doing. His taste in music is a bit more eclecticthan the rest of us and it keeps us on our toes.

Jon on Alex: Master of front page humor, Alex gives the paper the zany edge that puts it above the rest. Though his layout work on Volume 1, Issue 1, was, umm, sad, I still respect him. Alex's seemingly instant creativity brings a smile to all of our faces as the new issues roll off the litho machines.

Jon Yankovich

Jim on Jon: Holy Christ, Jon and the Liberator... Where do I begin? I guess I should just tell the truth, which is to say that Jon WAS the damned Liberator from 1993 to 1994. The amount of work he'd throw into this thing was just incredible; he'd slave for 16 hours over an issue, andthen make kickass meeting posters for us, two days later, without batting an eye. Jon's incredible commitment, genius, reliability, and layout skill have been the glue holding the Liberator together almost since its very beginning. Jon's layout know-now and rock-solid work ethic are one of the top three reasons the Liberator can just blatantly kick so much ass. Jon'll be around to hold thing together for another year, thank Bob, so best of luck to him, and may the gods smile on his recreational activities! A huge Liberator salute from me to Jon.

Alex on Jon: A techno-wizard and master of aesthetics, Jon is to be credited for the Liberator's groovy appearance and professionaI organization. This paper just wouldn't have been possible without Jon's impeccable layout skills. So whenever your eyes pass over the beauteous columns, banners, advertisements, etc. in an issue, remembert he chum behind it all. He's sacrificed his spare time and cafteinated beverages to make this happen.

Nick on Jon: Jon is the Layout God. He does what none of the rest of us would dare do; he stares into a computer screen for several hours a day during a layout weekend, trying to arrange diverse material into 8 pages of beautifully flowing text and graphics. He has a very original outlook on life inspired by Eastern philosophy. Oh yes, he is very cyber. He likes his music to reflect his mood. Jon has got to be the only guy I know who can wear spikes with a white skirt and pull it off.

Nick Coleman

Jim on Nick: Nick's been at every damned meeting. and layout since the 1993-1994 Liberator took off, and he's been the force that's kept Jon, Alex and I from just shooting ourselves before we finish each issue. It's Nick's constant feedback, ideas, energy, proofing skills and dedication that's served as the power that's kept the rest of us machines going. And when it came down to folding 450 copies of issue 8 at 2:15AM, Wednesday morning at Country Kitchen, Nick was there, and we got the job done. It's Nick's house that always winds up as our meeting hall, and it's Nick who's always there at 7:50AM Wednesday morning, handing out the Liberator to the students showing up at Ash St.

Nick's quick mind and dedication sum up to be one of the top three reasons the Liberator's been such a flaming success story. Nick's been a terrific Councilman, a loyal friend, and a terrifically successful warrior on the Liberator Supreme Command Council. I salute him.

Alex on Nick: Every good publication needs a good Leon Trotsky clone on hand, so we've got Nick... well, I can't prove he's a Trotsky clone, but I'm quite sure of it. Regardless of genetic history, Nick has greatly strengthened the Liberator with his superb writing and iron-clad ethics. Not to mention he's the best damn proofreader in the Western hemisphere. Thank Nick for making the Liberator such a class act.

Jon on Nick: I met Nick when he came aboard the proverbial battleship that is The Liberator, earlier this year. Since that time, he's increased our efficiency greatly with his acute understanding of society and the English language. After work, he's still witty and challenging enough for the deepest conversations. I hope I share more than just a beard style with this man, Nick Coleman.