Now you are making assumptions Guest. I assume you do not live in the U.S. or you would realize that your statement is silly.   

Sure the 2 party system rules this country, but that doesn't mean are choices are limited. That may sound crazy, but we do not have to register for either party. We can vote for whoever we choose. Change comes slowly, but it will come.

I did a little resarch into the story that Ard partially shared with us.   Since 9/11, the U.S. has required that fingerprints appear on Visas. Apparently this can only be done at the consulate, which happens to be in London. This also applies to Visas for people who are coming to the US to WORK. There are different rules for visitors. The Orchestra, which previously appeared at the Hollywood Bowl, was scheduled to play at Lincoln Center this tour.   Apparently the cost of obtaining the Visas would have cut into the profits making this not worth their while.

Again, the redtape and paranoia is a bit much. My beef is that people are only looking at one side instead of trying to find a compromise.