Followers of psychic and spiritualist phenomena are no doubt familiar by now with James Knox, the Montana GOP candidate for state legislature who had the bizarre out-of-body experience of campaigning to himself for his own vote, and told the story in the Billings Gazette comments.
These same followers will be interested to know that evidence has recently been uncovered that the fascinating Knox has other personalities, or alter-personalities, as they are known to initiates. The field of psychology has determined that the alternate personality is often a defense mechanism, and it appears to serve as such for Knox as well. These personalities manifest themselves as Knox “supporters” who come to his aid whenever Knox feels under fire. When Knox needs a supporter, he simply becomes him or her.
While it is not yet known how much of Knox’s support comes in this format, we do know that the apparitions have played key roles in past Knox campaigns. In the comments to a letter to the editor in the Billings Gazette while Knox was running for the Billings city council a commenter points out that Knox has revealed his feminine side by posting in as a “Nancy L.” This “Nancy L” persona is uniquely clued in to what Knox plans to do. She also mispells the same words, and seems to pop up every time some disagreement with Knox appears:
Nancy L said on: November 4, 2009, 6:15 amI am looking forward to Mr. Knox’s campaign on city truths he informed me he is about to publically[sic] present. He told me he will make it his responsibility to show how Billings pays employees to sit around on Sundays, how as an employer, the city is being held captive due to the public’s not knowing the truth. I am sure since he is not on council he will have a lot more leeway to tell the truth. Thanks Mr. Knox for your efforts and I look forward to seeing you serve in the future.
Nancy L
However, the most compelling evidence that “Nancy L” is Knox appears when, halfway through one of “Nancy L’s” postings defending Knox, Knox apparently switches back to the main personality by signing a “Nancy L” post as “James Knox” (and here’s the screen shot)
Nancy L said on: November 6, 2009, 9:58 amMy mistake I thought the QRV where picked up on that trip but it was a rescue vehicle. The QRV are in process. Still it is the same point that the union did not allow firefighters to pick it up. Tina has supported the Fire Chief. As for cost there is cost in any time and energy legal review from the City’s attorney. Though I planned on not continuing this debate here, I wanted to follow up on what I found and publically[sic] make the correction that I thought it was the QRV that was picked up but it was a rescue vehicle. Again signing my name and being honest. Last note. This post was not due to any sore losing. I have no issue with losing, it was a really close race! This is about what I learned when I ran and what I would of brought out in the council seat or now.Thank you, James Knox
Stay tuned, as there are, I am told, other Knox personalities that could manifest themselves at any time. It’s not clear whether or not Knox picked up this habit, or spiritual practice, of adopting other personalities in San Fransico, where he is from.
But fear not, dear reader, whether Knox has the full support and backing of the Republican Party. He does. Regardless, someone should tell Knox won’t be able to bring along his gaggle of alter-egos when he goes to the polls to vote in November.
GOD I LOVE THE MT. GOP! What a friggin’ HOOT these folks are! Can you say self-destruct, boys and girls!
Wow the GOP/Teabagger Party is just priceless. How could you make the same mistake twice. The misspelling of publicly is hilarious. Doesn’t he have spell check? I’m glad and sad at the same time watching these teabaggers implode like this. On one hand, they need to go. But on the other, they give so much to my daily laughter. Oh well, when they fade away there’ll be another group of idiots.
I wonder if we are going to see a few factions of teabaggers. The anti-minority group, the anti-gay group and the christian-only group are just a few that come to mind.
WOW if this nut job gets elected what will he do in the legislature, and will he be able to serve??? I mean between the apperances on the Jerry Springer show and maybe a trip or two to Warm Springs
Looks like james uses these personalities not only to talk him up but also to put down competitors.
On the billings bulitin website. you can see this on the comments of his and other computer companies.
On his companies page a “julio” comes to his defense after people were attacking his company. (http://www.billingsbulletin.com/locationInfo.asp?table=Retail&id=188)
Less then 5 mins later a “Peter” posts a negative comment on one of James’ competitors. (http://www.billingsbulletin.com/locationInfo.asp?table=Retail&id=176)
Really? He has been to my door many times. I think your wrong on this call. Why don’t you comment on his policies, for this mud is very non sticking and I am sure as D’s we can win on policies.
BY the way Pam also has been by and can’t seem to answer the questions when I say I am a D the way I think a D should. TO much trying to sound like a R.
Oh GOD, Sammy, please, I BEG of you. Please. What are little jimmy’s “policies”??? And how can he HAVE policies? He hasn’t been elected to shit! I’m thinkin’ that you mean his views and opinions on things, and maybe policies that he favors. But do tell, just WHAT does little jimmy believe? He looks for all the world to be a nutjob and a fake, and a seriously goofy dude. What does he advocate that’s NOT nutty? Heck, you’re a fan. You should be able to articulate his nutty views. Can you do it?
OK “Sammy” how do we know that you aren’t Knox? You sure sound like him with your talk of everyone coming to your door and your personal first hand knowledge that isn’t necessary to make your point. You say he’s been to your door “many” times? Why on earth would he do so, as you are obviously a supporter already…..hmmm.
(“Sammy’s” insults removed)
I mealy state that our candidate did not impress me, never said anything that Knox did and you actually have the nerve to spread your attacks! Seriously, and Larry Kralj is correct, I should of stated views and opinions but really attacking my comment of discontent with our candidates quality on the door. This is a forum for comments not one sided views only is it? If it is one sided you probably should post that too!
Good point, Sammy. So, what did Jimmy say that impressed you? Or was it just his demeanor? We’ve gotta be careful about guys that talk a good game. Bullshit artists are a dime a dozen. But what we really need are folks that are intelligent, and understand the issues. Is that Jimmy Knox?
Come on, Sammy is Knox. From the name choice to the spelling errors. Funny that after twice embarrassing himself by planting posts, he continues to do it.
That is Knox for sure. Goddamn thats funny. Hey James I like your “Stevie Boy” mult better.
Sammy,
Thanks for your great comments. I also agree that other canidate not good on doors. Also smell bad, but Mr. Knox come to my door twice during the storm that destroyed the Metra. He has also been to my door several times after that. Seem more smart then other candidate.
Thank you, Nancy L.
Wow. That post just came from JKnox69, there he goes again! Mr. Knox must be suffering from multiple personality disorder!
FYI He has used several different names for his radio adds to track where the caller heard the ad. Basic marketing skills you blubber mouths. And whoever is Jknox69….as his past sales person I know his actual log in names and 69 is never used in it.
I would love for MTCOWGIRL to actually put her or his name to what they write as James does regularly. Note the comment you posted on the blog under whoever is NancyL, he signed his name to it. I do not think it matters as much what log in name someone uses, if they sign their name to it they mean business, unlike all of you!!! Chickens…. Your anonymity breads viciousness, while would you dare to say the same words if your name was attacked? I bet not.
Coobs is right. Knox will take it with over 60 percent. Heck it would not surprise me if it was over 80%.
“Sammy” how come you have such intimate knowledge of Knox’s business practices. You say you are a “past sales person”? You also said Knox came to your door many times to campaign in the rain. What a coincidence….but wait, why would Knox come to a person’s door multiple times if the person was someone he already knows, a former employee, and someone who is obviously a supporter. Hmm. Very puzzling indeed.
The jknox69 commenter was an obvious parody of Knox. We all know jknox65 is Knox’s handle. Knox is the one running for public office, not us bloggers.
Why don’t you ask your close personal friend James Knox to come here and explain why he launched a website to attack Billings firefighters?
i agree sammy. seems these libs are shady bunch dont know computers. they have issues and no tissues!
I know James personally.
He’s a good guy.
He’s a tireless campaigner, just take a look at the primary numbers.
Pam Ellis pulled 593 votes to 1236 for James Knox.
James is going to win, and win huge.
He’ll be a good legislator.
All those numbers show is that the teabaggers showed up for the republican primary because it was more competitive. Since you know James so well maybe you can teach him how to log in and log out of his many online multiple personalities so he can save himself future humiliation. What a pathetic reflection that would be on Billings if they actually elected this guy.
Get used to it Jack – because unless Pam Ellis does something dramatic in the next 3 weeks she’s going down huge.
Write it down – James wins this one 59-41.
Get used to it? So even if James somehow manages a victory he still plans on logging in on websites as fictitious people to support himself? And you support this? I was already embarassed for James now Im kind of embarassed for you.
BTW – as a piece of useless trivia – I’ve got in my possession an antique barstool from the real Jack Ruby’s bar in Dallas.
J Knox has a bar stool from the real Jack Ruby’s bar…neat.
I’ll bet he doesn’t – if anybody in Montana claims to have one also they’ll have to show me -
Well I’m sure j knox has been to your door several times all of which were in the rain. When he stops by during the next monsoon you should show him.
Never happen – his district is in the heights, while I live in the old part of town. The only places I run into James is at my Pachyderm meetings, or some other event.
If you go back a decade in the Montana blogosphere you’ll see I’m RIGHT all of the time (right wing) and CORRECT most of the time.
I am puzzled though why ‘MT Cowgirl’ has given up on Dennis McDonald so quietly, and without fanfare. I just found out that the DCCC gave up on him a day ago.
Eric taught James everything he knows about logging in and out of online multiple personalities.
Please don’t pretend to be other people–gets too confusing. You’ve had your fun, but I bet there is another way to make clever comments. I had to delete the comments of those pretending to be someone else…sorry.
No more comments from James Knox. boooo..
James Knox had a radio ad for his business that said “just ask for Sammy” Hmmmmmmmmm
How ironic that a guy who ostensibly runs a “computer solutions” business is so comically inept at simply logging in and out of an online forum while trying to disguise himself as his own supporters. Go get em Stevie Boy!
Jack-
I would bet he is just as inept at computer solutions.
Hey just a quick question about the picture in the post, is that a black man in the photo next to Mr. Crazy Fox I didnt know they allowed those in the Republican Party anymore
Must be a costume party, I think Knox is disguised as a gay man.
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