Talk:Roger Jourdain/GA1

GA Review
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Reviewer: Varnent (talk · contribs) 23:00, 11 July 2014 (UTC)

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 * Hi! Thanks for your review.  I have a few quick comments, and will make further edits to the article tomorrow.
 * I qualified the "authoritarian" comment and added a source. I hadn't intended to come across negatively toward Jourdain, but I can see why the original phrasing would imply a less-than-neutral meaning.
 * I made a few edits to slim down the "Defeat and controversy" section. Regarding excessive weight given to these events, I respectfully disagree.  Sources discussing the subject (usually newspaper pieces written after Jourdain's death) place a substantial focus on allegations of authoritarianism.  At the same time, Jourdain received plaudits for his proactive efforts to protect tribal sovereignty; I believe that these efforts are discussed in a manner proportionate to their coverage in outside sources.
 * I'd be happy to discuss these thoughts with you whenever you get a chance. Thanks again for reviewing the article!  —Theodore! (talk) (contribs) 04:12, 13 July 2014 (UTC)
 * Thank you for making those revisions. I can see your point about the emphasis put on the controversy section. Is there more information about his personal life or other activities? Also, what about adding a section about honors received to help balance things out? To be clear, reading what has happened, I can understand why anyone with knowledge of the history would find his negative actions more interesting. However, I am trying to be mindful of a GA having a good balance of broad coverage on the topic. --Varnent (talk)(COI) 06:15, 13 July 2014 (UTC)
 * An honors section is a good idea; perhaps a broader "Legacy" section could cover these, as well as his generally-positive impact on tribal sovereignty. I can add one shortly.  —Theodore! (talk) (contribs) 18:46, 13 July 2014 (UTC)
 * I think that works. Also, are there any media files possibly available anywhere? --Varnent (talk)(COI) 22:28, 13 July 2014 (UTC)
 * I haven't been able to find any free-use files. Sorry for the delay in getting back to you; I just returned today from an out-of-town trip.  I'll make some more changes to the article this evening, as well.  —Theodore! (talk) (contribs) 01:52, 18 July 2014 (UTC)
 * It's been a month and no changes; perhaps this should be failed? Wizardman  23:15, 18 August 2014 (UTC)
 * Failed.--Retrohead (talk) 10:16, 18 September 2014 (UTC)