If Fred had not been on the ballot, I suspect that Colbert would’ve won handily, and rightfully so. However, being asked to choose between these two worthies is something like choosing between cause and effect, between the catalyst for a certain media narrative and the narrative itself. We can marvel at Colbert’s creativity, but Mormons of all people should understand that there is no creatio ex nihilo. Mormon bloggers in particular ought to appreciate what it has meant to cultural production now that our skills in the use of online tools have granted us access to the factory floor.

For what it’s worth, I regret the kerfuffle (if that’s what this has become). I also regret seeing the suggestion being made that somehow someone was gaming the results. I don’t believe that to be the case.

To quote this award’s most-nominated candidate: “Should I ask CA election officials to investigate? lol”

It’s all in good fun, folks. And as far as the election process is concerned, good, *clean* fun.

But it’s absolutely no fun if somebody takes their ball and goes home just because they’re not liking the score.

Peace out.

And who will be eliminated next? Stay tuned!