It is sad that the internet makes it diffficult to judge whether something is a REAL issue that is current, or simply a knee-jerk emotional appeal started by someone who has no idea of the situation.

We get virus warnings, petitions on dozens of subjects, and 'some' of it is actually meaningful....but using email and forum postings can be a double-edged sword, allowing quick response to problems, or allowing mass propagation of useless letters. I will NOT respond unless I see a way to check it out from a reputable source...such as a link to an NPR website clearly stating THEIR poistion...