This rant would probably be a better fit for "the last word", but 1. Our readers have much more interesting and funny things to say, and 2. In the world of sales it's bad to have an opinion on something that could potentially upset your customers. I know, I know.....stand up, get a backbone, speak your mind. Don't let anyone fool you, it's all about the $. Which finally leads me to why I originally started writing this....speaking your mind(the 1st amendment) and losing money because of it. This morning, as I was shaking off the effects of being out too late and having a few too many beverages with my bro-in-law(beer good, tequila bad), I turned on the WCPO morning show. If you didn't know, today is Veteran's Day, which for a lot of people, means a great deal. I would think that most of us know of someone, whether it's a family member, friend, or co-worker, that has served our country at some time. So, first of all a big thanks to our Veterans. The reason this is relevant is because our media friends were explaining that they were originally planning to air "Saving Private Ryan" this evening, more than likely to honor our Veterans. But, due to a few instances of "strong language" contained within the movie, and the possible FCC fines that would follow, they have decided to pull the movie from their line-up. It wasn't due to the first 30 minutes of this movie( if you haven't seen it, and can handle a first person perspective of war, you need to see it) it was due to the "language". I guess they figure everyone is numb to the violence and brutal carnage of war, but the "strong language" is too much for us to handle. Don't get me wrong, I'm not upset with WCPO, I have the DVD and can watch it anytime I want. I'm just sick of what's happening with the FCC and the current administration(a political party that has always preached about having less government compared to their opponents). Feel lucky that print is not governed by the FCC.....at least not yet, they do have 4 more years. Oh well, I'll step off of my "1st Amendment" soap-box now, I know getting riled up about a movie is a stretch for the 1st amendment, but it's the little things that lead to the big things. Before you know it, a blog like this could be getting a fine or not be allowed at all. And another thing........excuse me, who's on the phone? FCC chairman Michael Powell? Oh...I better go!