Theoretically, the internet is the most free and democratic realm the world has ever seen.

How ironic, therefore, that in this realm exists the most powerful dictatorship and virtual monopoly I have ever seen.

I did the wrong thing by Google, no question (see confession below).

But I received no warning and made no profit. I admitted my error, made amends, apologised and was keen to use their other products and be a fan.

It all came to naught.

Assuming that Google retains its dominant position, my online pursuits will be severely curtailed for the rest of my LIFE.

This seems a little disproportionate.

It's a funny new world!

Best regards,

Paul 'Significant Risk' Feisty Hassing.
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Hello,

Thank you for providing us with additional information. However, after thoroughly reviewing your account data and taking your feedback into consideration, we have re-confirmed that your account poses a significant risk to our advertisers. For this reason, we are unable to reinstate your account. Thank you for your understanding.

Sincerely,

The Google AdSense Team
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From: paul@thefeistyempire.com
Subject: Appeal Form Submitted
Date: Sun, 04 Nov 2007 17:46:45 -0800

DateDisabled: 22 May 2007

NumPeople: Not sure. It's done by www.orble.com

Language: en

Frequency: Daily, until I was disabled. Now every 60 days.

InvalidActivity2: When I signed up for AdSense in a rush, I very foolishly didn't read your rules. I was so excited about my new site that I told my friends and family all about it. They thought they were supporting me by clicking the ads. I didn't receive any warnings from you, so I thought everything was OK. I even put a small footnote in some of my posts that encouraged readers to click as I still handn't read the rules. I didn't make any money, as my account was disabled before it hit US$60. I have since learned my lesson and now humbly request that I be given second chance. I plan to buy some Google AdWords for this and another site and I'd like to start again, on the right foot this time. I have spent hours assessing and revising (if necessary) every single entry on www.surrealshortstories.com to ensure it doesn't contravene any of your rules (which I have now read closely). I'm very sorry for my error and hope you can forgive me.
Best regards, Paul Hassing.

TrafficSource: I don't.
ContentSource: I write it all myself.
URL: www.surrealshortstories.com
WebAudience: People who like reading short stories.