Sunday, October 28, 2012

The right thing, done right. New York Times



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Comments:When I choose to subscribe to your online newsleter, I chose text over HTML, because I did not want the overhead of downloading images, or the risk of aquiring viruses. If I had wished for HTML, I would have chosen that option.

You now notify me that you have switched my subscription. Why do you think you know my mind better than I do? I am intrigued.
Yours Sincerely, Dr Laurence Cuffe
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Thank you for contacting NY Times.

We apologize for any inconvenience you are experiencing. We re-applied your preference for TXT.

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Dear John,
Gold star time for New York times customer support. Your response is very much appreciated. My original complaint was testy and grumpy. your response was prompt, magnanimous, and to the point.
Thanks again
Dr Laurence Cuffe