Why isn't the focus on authors who bring some facts and figures. Opinions are just like air, maybe foul air at that. We have them and publish them for our friends but don't expect to get paid from them. Entries here should have some work behind them, not just a pundit throwing their random opinions into the ring. As such the topic itself isn't worth the time of day but I hope Slashdot will think about promoting media hype mongers.