Ebbie, metaphors are for dramatic purposes. Sharlett is a journalist but is obviously
trying to make a point about the character of the people in the Family.   If it wasn't for him, we would still be in the dark about this pernicious organization. No one else had the temerity to cover it.

We have become so complacent and enabling in this country that we often in annoyance turn on the messengers of important messages. Micheal Moore is now catching hell for his observations which are IMNO quite truthful.

I think we should be thankful for those who have the courage to tell the truth and support their efforts instead of tearing them down.

Frank