I never thought that my post would encourage vicious personal attacks. Am I missing the point of a discussion list? Dan Hutchins

what "vicious personal attacks" are you referring to exactly? maybe, in your mind, accountability isn't part of a discussion? instead of whining about "attacks", why don't you just answer the questions posed: 1. do entertainers REALLY "take" your money from you? 2. do you give money to entertainers whose views you can't stand to hear? 3. if so, WHY? 4. do you really not recognize that many people feel the role of the artist IS to speak out? 5. have you ever gotten fired from your job for speaking out? 6. why would you want to work for people that would fire you for stating your opinions? you want discussion, Dan? there's 6 things for you to discuss right there