I do not support many of Bill's positions, although I do respect him. I listened to his radio show out of Los Angeles for several years. He probably wouldn't remember but I was in a position several years ago where I provided support for his social agenda (please understand that my use of agenda in this context is not negative). He proudly labels himself a social liberal as I would label myself a social moderate. So, there are areas we agree on and other areas we disagree on. Nothing wrong with that. You are right that even a columnist can have adjustments made to his or her article/letter. The Readers' Representative for the San Diego paper often responds to readers with a printed response to their concern...whether an editor's decision, reporter's potential bias, the fairness, content, or relevancy of the article, etc. In this case, I don't believe that the editor made any significant changes. San Diego County, as many areas in the country, is a melting pot of this nation and the nations of the world. Yes, we have problems but there is a lot to be proud of. However, I do not see anything wrong that individuals are indicating to the editor(s) and Mr. Press their concern. I am surprised that Bill would have written the heading. He made a mistake. Maybe he was trying to meet a deadline and wrote it in haste. Maybe he was still upset about changes at NBC/MSNBC canceling his show. I don't know and it is unfair for myself and others to judge his motives. As Mr. Press would advocate, it is the right of individuals to be able to express their displeasure. I am surprised by his flippant dismissal to several individuals who have emailed him. He can do better. ASC