"People reading comments on Net discussion boards would be wise to make an assumption. If they aren't absolutely sure where the posting is coming from, they should question its veracity. Maybe it's true, but maybe not. Comments can be entertaining, even educational, but caution is essential in evaluating their worth," writes Mercury columnist Dan Gillmor.
"My suggestion: Post comments, but include a link to your own blog or other kind of Web site. I may not agree with what you say. But if you join the growing cadre of people who stand behind their words, I'll respect you more."
