New site design, need your input!

[torchbearer]

Spirit of '76 has given we website some major changes and I wanted some honest criticism from you guys.
http://www.joinsanders.com

 

[ctb619]

I don't like the colors (use red, white and blue), and choose another picture (looks too ominous).

 

[torchbearer]

I don't like the colors (use red, white and blue), and choose another picture (looks too ominous).

We will consider the color change, the purple and gold are regional colors for LSU. When people see purple and gold in louisiana, they think pride.

I had a bunch of photo stashed somewhere that I need to scan so the site can have more visuals. I do like 'ominous' personally. Like when I tell someone, "If we don't do something about this out-of-control spending in congress, our country will end up bankrupt and we won't even be able to afford a military after such a financial collapse. (I always say this with the same calm ominous look you see on the front page of the website.)
I agree, I need a better photo.

What do you think of the issues page?

 

[ctb619]

We will consider the color change, the purple and gold are regional colors for LSU. When people see purple and gold in louisiana, they think pride.

I had a bunch of photo stashed somewhere that I need to scan so the site can have more visuals. I do like 'ominous' personally. Like when I tell someone, "If we don't do something about this out-of-control spending in congress, our country will end up bankrupt and we won't even be able to afford a military after such a financial collapse. (I always say this with the same calm ominous look you see on the front page of the website.)
I agree, I need a better photo.

What do you think of the issues page?

Fair enough. I never even considered the LSU connection, I am a University of Southern California fan.

I like the debt clock.

The issues page was very good. I was expecting to be sent to another page when I clicked on the links, and the expandable boxes were a nice surprise.

 

[nayjevin]

I think it is very good, but my job is to tell you what isn't.

The main text is written well but it seems to me the opening of the first paragraph needs a hook -- maybe something like a Big Bold 'Our Government Is Going In The WRONG DIRECTION!' The way it is now it seems too easy to skip over the entire block of text, as it doesn't generate enough excitement over the various other clicks available to the visitor.

I say don't be afraid to scare people off by being too bold -- stick it to em! For instance:

Sanders aims to reduce the size of the Federal Government by voting against pork barrel projects and working to reform or shut down programs that do not work (!!!!!) . He says he is not willing to make promises to special interests in exchange for money or votes. "I want to go to Washington to work for all the people of the 5th Congressional District, and saying no to pork barrel projects will help everyone by reducing government spending. I think we can all agree that the more money government spends, the less you and I have in our pockets," Sanders says.

Quotes like this are very effective and should be featured prominently on the site, IMO. Seems like some people might leave before really finding out what you're about. i would develop several more and snazz em up so people are sure to at least read one of those before they click off your site.

I would put RP's pic above T. Lee Horne's.

Overall I like it alot -- and I 2nd the love for the issues page!

 

[Spirit of '76]

Thanks for the reviews and constructive criticism, folks. Your input is very valuable, and your suggestions are certainly being considered.

Just a note:

I just switched over the nameservers today, and it might not have propagated across the internet completely yet.

What that means is that some people, depending on their geographic location, might be getting directed to the old site.

It should be net-wide within 24 hours, so if you're getting directed to the old site, try again soon!

Thanks, and keep those reviews coming.

 

[torchbearer]

I think it is very good, but my job is to tell you what isn't.

The main text is written well but it seems to me the opening of the first paragraph needs a hook -- maybe something like a Big Bold 'Our Government Is Going In The WRONG DIRECTION!' The way it is now it seems too easy to skip over the entire block of text, as it doesn't generate enough excitement over the various other clicks available to the visitor.

I say don't be afraid to scare people off by being too bold -- stick it to em! For instance:



Quotes like this are very effective and should be featured prominently on the site, IMO. Seems like some people might leave before really finding out what you're about. i would develop several more and snazz em up so people are sure to at least read one of those before they click off your site.

I would put RP's pic above T. Lee Horne's.

Overall I like it alot -- and I 2nd the love for the issues page!

Thank you for the input! I'm really pumped to be running at the same time as Ron Paul... i really feel like i'm apart of a freedom movement that is reclaiming the federal government... It will be on record that we stood against tyranny in our time!

 

[nayjevin]

i really feel like i'm apart of a freedom movement that is reclaiming the federal government... It will be on record that we stood against tyranny in our time!

'every day is a freedom movement'

 

[McDermit]

The colors are hard on the eyes.. you can stick with the theme, maybe just use darker tones so they aren't quite so harsh?

 

[0zzy]

My name is Brent.

 

[torchbearer]

My name is Brent.

I've met several Brent's on here. http://brentsforronpaul.com

 

[Richie]

The colors aren't easily on the eyes at all. The color of the text is uncomfortable to read as well. It's better then your other one, though. Now we know that you haven't delivered over 4,000 babies and are a 10-term Congressman.

 

[torchbearer]

Perhaps a different color scheme is in order... I leave the colors up to Spirit. I thought the purple and gold looked good, but a couple of ya have said nay.

 

[Spirit of '76]

Hmmm... The colors look great to me, but there are lots of factors that influence how different monitors display color (I'm on a Mac) and lots of factors that influence how different people perceive color, as well.

That two people have mentioned it thus far does raise a concern, so thank you. We'll look into it.

 

[Chester Copperpot]

Spirit of '76 has given we website some major changes and I wanted some honest criticism from you guys.
http://www.joinsanders.com

I didnt like the colors either.. But if the color scheme is something reflective on Louisiana culture then keep it.. I dont like your picture there.. I think you should smile - look friendlier.. And id prefer to see it in color instead of B&W. (Just my opinion)

Everything else looks good.., except in your issues page I was wondering if perhaps your usage of "Mr. Sanders" is a bit redundant??? Just a thought..

I thought about this though since your initials are B.S.

VOTE FOR NO BS!

or some kinda play along those lines.. VOTE BS FOR NO BS..

You get the picture

 

[Chester Copperpot]

The other thing in "Brent's Story" youshould boldface the type like the first type under the issues heading.. itll make it easier to read.. Ive got really good eyesight and the text looks flimsy (i dont know how else to describe it) bolder will be easier on most peoples' eyes.

 

[Chester Copperpot]

Brent can we donate to your campaign if we live out of state?

AND get a myspace going and link to it... Ever think of having links to youtubes, and myspace , etc. on your site?

 

[Chester Copperpot]

I've met several Brent's on here. http://brentsforronpaul.com

Oh yeah.. there are some weird coincidence on this board like that.. THATS fer sure. heh

 

[Man from La Mancha]

I like most of it but the grey text was hard to read and your picture in color and a little friendlier would be nice. I admire you for running,

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[Spirit of '76]

Thanks, guys.

Everything else looks good.., except in your issues page I was wondering if perhaps your usage of "Mr. Sanders" is a bit redundant??? Just a thought..

Mike, I don't see the words "Mr. Sanders" on the issues page. You mean the "my story" page?

Brent, didn't that come from a news article on you?