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* I told Isabel today that I am just so pleased with the way things are going since she started working with me. She thrives on the pace. She works hard, finishes tasks promptly, listens attentively and has good ideas and input. She’s picked up a lot of things quickly. She’s taken a large load off of my back and my hope is she can also start contributing to the subscriber section soon.
I knew going in that Isabel was smart, funny and a real treat to hang out with. Yes, I’m biased because she’s also my niece, but I’ve heard that working with family can be tricky. That hasn’t been the case here. Her dad, my brother Devin, teaches at a college part-time, so he’s helped me with the teaching aspect of this experience. It’s truly worked out well.
Anyway, I just wanted to take a few moments to publicly acknowledge Isabel’s contribution and her value and to allow y’all to chime in if you want. She says she loves working here, and that really makes me happy and appreciative.
Carry on.
posted by Rich Miller
Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:29 pm
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Hear, hear!
Comment by SubRosa Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:32 pm
Great job Isabel!!
Comment by Anon E Moose Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:35 pm
So very glad that its been working well behind the scenes for you both, because she has been a great addition. Keep up the fantastic work!
Comment by Leslie K Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:36 pm
2 millers for the price of 1. Great aquisition rich.
Comment by dwd Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:36 pm
I’ve enjoyed following along with her contributions. Thanks for your hard work and effort, Isabel - it helps a lot of us and makes the day enjoyable. Hopefully this is something you continue to be passionate about.
Comment by ;) Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:36 pm
Isabel- you have been a great addition to Cap Fax, and your attention to getting the facts and numbers correct has been noticed. Wish you nothing but sucess in your journalistic future
Comment by Roadiepig Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:37 pm
Isabel has been a fantastic addition—wouldn’t be surprised at all if she were to eventually be the dynastic successor for the title of “Chief-of-Blog.”
Keep up the good work, Isabel!
Comment by Chambananon Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:38 pm
Great job Isabel, true professional.
Comment by Nobody Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:40 pm
Work smarter not harder. A rule you have followed well.
Comment by don the legend Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:40 pm
Well done, Isabel.
Well said, Rich.
Comment by Flapdoodle Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:40 pm
Rich is much less cranky than one might expect in an election season as nutty as this one. Gotta figure a good chunk of that is thanks to Isabel’s excellent work!
Comment by The Opinions Bureau Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:40 pm
I noticed her name this morning. How great is that for you…exclamation point.
Comment by Honeybear Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:42 pm
Isabel’s addition has enhanced the entire Capitol Fax experience.
The morning and afternoon “stuff”, trying to keep up has been almost impossible, in the best way possible.
The level of writing too, when Isabel writes to her posts, she hits all the marks you’d expect from a post on this blog.
It’s been a real treat for us who read here too, Rich. Isabel is Aces, her work is restaurant quality.
Comment by Oswego Willy Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:42 pm
Way to go Isabel, not only are you doing a great job, you survived Gov’s Day at the State Fair.
Comment by Give Me A Break Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:47 pm
Isabel has demonstrated that she has a talent for this site. I don’t know who deserves more credit - she as a very capable student or you as an exceptional teacher. Probably both.
Comment by illini Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:51 pm
===Rich is much less cranky than one might expect===
True.
Comment by Rich Miller Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:54 pm
Isabel has been a great addition to CapFax, well done!
Comment by Buford Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 3:57 pm
Thank you Isabel and great work.
Comment by Grandson of Man Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:01 pm
Selecting articles to summarize is a lot more difficult than people think. You did a great job curating interesting and relevant articles.
Comment by City Guy Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:03 pm
Great job, Isabel. I hope your boss gives you some well-deserved time off after the election.
Comment by Bourbon Street Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:03 pm
Great job Isabel! Appreciate what you do to keep the rest of us informed!
Comment by Weary Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:04 pm
I have been impressed with Isabell’s very professional work!
Comment by Occasionally Moderated Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:05 pm
I’m glad Isabel enjoys the work, as we obviously value and enjoy her contribution to CapFax. Plus I hope it gives Rich more time with Oscar … or at least after the election.
Comment by Vote Quimby Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:08 pm
I love reading Isabelle’s posts! It’s nice to have another perspective. And, it’s really great you gave her the opportunity and publicly acknowledged her!
Comment by Day Late Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:09 pm
nice kudos from Rich. and nice work Isabel. you are truly functioning as a journalist who puts facts and evidence first and who works very hard. so many of your age right now seem to skip the facts and evidence part of work…which they learned in J school…. and go right to some agenda story. (to be fair, some J schools seem agenda driven.) you are developing a great body of work from jump. thank you (banned punctuation)
Comment by Amalia Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:15 pm
This blog is one of the few places I can rely on for unbiased news. I truly appreciate the work both of you do and it’s great to see the next generation aspire to provide facts as opposed to editorials.
Comment by Cubs in '16 Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:16 pm
Welcome to the bloodsport world of politics, you’ll do great Isabelle!
Comment by Suburban Operative Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:17 pm
Good job Isabel. I’m impressed with your work and am looking forward to your continued success.
Comment by Mr. Middle Ground Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:17 pm
Yeah, Isabel!
Comment by Politix Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:23 pm
Job well done. Hopefully she her won keys to the boat or the FL condo
Comment by ANNON'IN Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:28 pm
Congratulations, Isabel. Well deserved kudos.
Working around the legislature is a unique experience. Most people get out in the first three years or less. Those who stayhave grown to love it.
You know you are a lifer, when you refer to the general assembly as, “the institution “.
Comment by Langhorne Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:31 pm
I really like her work; I especially appreciate “Morning Stuff”. She does well, and I hope to see her byline more often.
Comment by JoanP Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:34 pm
Job well done, Isabel.
Working around the legislature is a unique experience. Most people get out in the first three years or less. Those who stayhave grown to love it. In 37 years, My favorite part of the experience was working with newbies.
You know you are a lifer, when you refer to the general assembly as, “the institution “.
Comment by Langhorne Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:34 pm
Apologize for the duplication. I mistakenly thought the first comment was rejected.
Comment by Langhorne Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:35 pm
The only Miller that Rich doesn’t have to post “No Relation”
She’s doing a great job.
Comment by Bruce( no not him) Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:37 pm
Outstanding!!!
Comment by lowdrag Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:45 pm
Isabel has been an excellent addition to Cap Fax. You can tell that she’s wired in and ready to provide great content. Kudos to both Rich and Isabel. 2 thumbs up.
Comment by danray Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:51 pm
I definitely have been enjoying your work.
Comment by Suburban Mom Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:57 pm
Enjoy reading your work. Am a fan of the written word but not podcasts or video reports in lieu of reading content.
Of course, we all enjoy the captions and video spots on Cap Fax. Your contributions and insight are great reads.
Comment by Rudy’s teeth Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 4:58 pm
She great fast learner. How can she miss when you are teaching her the ropes. Maybe she the heir apparent some day.
Comment by regular democrat Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 5:01 pm
Often I double check who wrote the article and I do not see any change in the quality of the information.
Great work, Isabel, you have a bright future.
It was noted Rich has been less grouchy during this election cycle. I have not seen him tell anyone to “bite me” in a long time. I kinda miss that.
Comment by FormerParatrooper Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 5:02 pm
===I have not seen him tell anyone to “bite me” in a long time.===
Sept. 23 https://capitolfax.com/2022/09/23/more-say-safe-t-act-changes-are-coming-in-veto-session/#comment-13566576
Comment by Rich Miller Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 5:04 pm
So very proud of you Isabel. You are doing a terrific job.
Comment by Just a Citizen Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 5:18 pm
Glad you’re with us Isabel. Remember though: if your uncle says he loves you, check it out.
And if he really does love you, then ask for stock options. Someday I look forward to reading your blog every day.
Comment by 47th Ward Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 5:19 pm
===I have not seen him tell anyone to “bite me” in a long time.=== Sept. 23
Over a month. Great progress.
Thanks to Isabel and her fantastic work.
Comment by Anonymous Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 5:30 pm
Three cheers for Isabel!
Comment by The Way I See It Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 5:47 pm
Glad to hear that’s work out. She’s really sharp!
Comment by jackmac Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 5:59 pm
Our favorite game in the office has become, one person reads the title of the article and then we guess if it was Isabel or Rich. Try it. Fun.
Comment by Lurker Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 6:14 pm
Love hearing from a gen z prospective
Comment by Rabid Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 6:50 pm
Isabel rocks!
Comment by SpiDem Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 7:00 pm
Rachel is Rich … lacking only Oscar.
Comment by Anyone Remember Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 7:05 pm
Isabel - sorry - have nieces with both names.
Comment by Anyone Remember Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 7:06 pm
Isabel, I say you have done well and I applaud you!
Comment by clec dcn Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 7:32 pm
Hats off to both Isabel and Rich. Two perspectives makes Cap
Fax even better. You are both the joy of my mornings.
Comment by froganon Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 8:48 pm
Isabel, it’s obvious from your writing that you “get” CapFax and the community that Rich has built here.
I look forward to you choosing music to play us out that was recorded after 1995. /S
Comment by Scott Fawell's Cellmate Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 10:17 pm
Welcome and thank you, Isabel!
Rich, perhaps a Jimmy Hendix “Izabella” is in order on the Friday play-out??
Comment by Diver Down Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 10:35 pm
“Capitol Fax” and “Miller” are synonyms. I look forward to seeing your bylines every day. The story the other day about your traveling together made me smile. Be well, friends! Only 7 more days!
Comment by Barton Lorimor Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 10:45 pm
You’re doing fantastic work, Isabel (banned punctuation).
Perhaps the highest compliment I could give you is that I frequently cannot tell the difference between your writing and your uncle’s, unless I check the byline.
I hope that you’re enjoying your time with us (banned punctuation).
Comment by Lynn S. Tuesday, Nov 1, 22 @ 10:49 pm